Looking for a private dentist in Edgware? Toothi Dental Clinic sits at 1 Handel Parade, Whitchurch Lane — a few minutes from Edgware station and Canons Park — and we’re open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. Check-ups are £55, our fees are published in full, and 0% finance is available on treatment over £250.

We’re rated 4.9★ on Google by more than 130 local patients, and every dentist here is GDC-registered: the practice is led by Dr Ali El-Kabengi (GDC 270807) alongside Dr Jeelna Shah (GDC 211658).

What you get as a private patient at Toothi

Private dentistry means your appointment time is yours. New patient examinations at Toothi are unhurried: we examine your teeth, gums and soft tissues, screen for oral cancer, take X-rays where clinically needed (£15 each), and talk you through everything we find — with a written plan and clear prices before any treatment begins. Nothing starts until you’ve agreed the cost.

Because we’re a fully private practice, we can also offer the things NHS contracts rarely allow: same-week (often same-day) appointments, longer hygiene visits with Airflow stain removal, modern materials as standard, and weekend opening that means you don’t need time off work.

Our private fees at a glance

  • Dental check-up (new and existing patients) — £55
  • Children’s examination (ages 5–15) — £30; under-5s seen free with a parent
  • Hygiene visit (scale & polish) — £70; comprehensive hygiene with Airflow — £125
  • Same-day emergency appointment — £65
  • Free consultations for Invisalign (with a complimentary iTero 3D scan, worth £250), dental implants and composite bonding

You’ll find the complete list on our fees page, and 0% interest-free finance is available over up to 10 months on treatment over £250 (longer low-interest terms are also available — see our finance page).

Private vs NHS dentistry in Edgware — an honest comparison

NHS dentistry offers excellent value where you can access it, and for many families it remains the right choice. The difficulty in Edgware — as across much of London — is that NHS lists are frequently closed to new patients, and appointment times are short by necessity.

Going private doesn’t have to mean expensive. A £55 examination with a written plan means you know exactly where you stand, and preventive care — regular check-ups and hygiene visits — is where private dentistry costs the least and helps the most. Where treatment is needed, we’ll always explain your options, from the most economical to the most advanced, and the decision stays with you.

Why Edgware patients choose Toothi

  • Open Sundays. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday: 9am–6pm
    Thursday: 9am–12pm
    Saturday: 9am–5pm
    Sunday: 10am–5pm — genuinely rare for a dental practice in North London.
  • Local and easy to reach. We’re on Whitchurch Lane (HA8 6LD), close to Edgware station (Northern line), Canons Park (Jubilee line) and local bus routes, serving Edgware, Burnt Oak, Stanmore, Canons Park, Queensbury, Mill Hill, Kingsbury, Colindale and Harrow.
  • Modern equipment. iTero digital 3D scanning, digital X-rays and Airflow hygiene technology.
  • Transparent pricing. Every fee is published, every plan is written down, and 0% finance spreads the cost.
  • A team patients trust. 4.9★ from 130+ Google reviews.

Treatments we offer

As well as general dentistry — examinations, white fillings, root canal treatment, crowns, bridges and extractions — we provide hygiene and Airflow stain removal, Invisalign clear aligners, composite bonding, teeth whitening, veneers, dentures and dental implants, plus same-day emergency care.

How to register as a new patient

There’s no waiting list and no registration fee — simply book a £55 new patient examination. Call us on 020 3148 2444, use our contact page, or read what to expect at your first visit. Nervous patients are especially welcome: tell us when you book and we’ll take everything at your pace.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a private dentist cost in Edgware?

At Toothi a routine examination is £55, hygiene visits start at £70, and every other fee is listed on our fees page before you book. You’ll always receive a written estimate before treatment starts.

Can I just switch from an NHS dentist to a private one?

Yes. You don’t need a referral or to “deregister” anywhere — you can simply book an examination with us. If you’d like us to request records from a previous practice, we can arrange that with your permission.

Are you taking on new patients?

Yes — new patients are welcome and there’s no waiting list. Most new patient examinations can be booked within the week, including weekend slots.

Are you really open on Sundays?

Yes — we’re open seven days a week. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday: 9am–6pm
Thursday: 9am–12pm
Saturday: 9am–5pm
Sunday: 10am–5pm
Weekend appointments are popular, so we’d recommend booking ahead.

Do you offer payment plans?

Yes. 0% interest-free finance is available over up to 10 months on treatment over £250, with longer low-interest options for larger plans. Details are on our finance page.

What if I have a dental emergency?

Call us on 020 3148 2444 as early as you can and we’ll aim to see you the same day — emergency appointments are £65 and are available every day we’re open, including Saturdays and Sundays.

Page reviewed by Dr Ali El-Kabengi (GDC 270807) · Updated 18 August 2026