The Forum is an NHS dental practice located at Vanessa Drive, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire in Lincolnshire. CQC inspection data is not currently available for this practice. The Forum is currently accepting new NHS patients. Contact the practice directly to register.

Location & Alternatives

The Forum is located in LINCOLNSHIRE. There are 5 other NHS dental practices within a short distance, giving patients in the area a good range of options to choose from. Of the 5 practices nearby, 3 are currently accepting new NHS patients.

Visiting This Practice

The Forum is open Monday to Friday. Extended evening hours until 6:30pm are available, providing flexibility for patients with busy schedules. The practice provides wheelchair access, step-free access, accessible toilets, and free parking, making it accessible for patients with mobility needs or disabilities.

How to Register

To register with The Forum, you can contact the practice directly by phone or email. Unlike GP surgeries, NHS dental practices do not have geographical catchment areas, so you can register with any practice that has availability — you do not need to live nearby. When you first visit, bring a form of ID and any relevant medical history. Your first appointment will usually be a check-up and assessment (Band 1), during which the dentist will examine your teeth and discuss any treatment needed.

NHS Dental Costs

NHS dental treatment in England uses a simple three-band pricing system. Band 1 covers examinations, diagnosis, and preventive care such as scale and polish, and costs £27.40. Band 2 includes everything in Band 1 plus additional treatment such as fillings, root canal treatment, and extractions, at a cost of £75.30. Band 3 covers more complex work including crowns, dentures, and bridges, costing £326.70. Orthodontic treatment (braces) is also available at this practice. NHS orthodontic treatment for under-18s is free if clinically necessary; for adults, the cost is a Band 3 charge of £326.70. The practice also offers oral surgery services, which are typically covered under Band 2 or Band 3 depending on the complexity of the procedure. Many groups are entitled to free NHS dental treatment, including children under 18, those under 19 in full-time education, pregnant women, new mothers (within 12 months of birth), and people receiving certain benefits such as Universal Credit, Income Support, or Pension Credit. If you are unsure whether you qualify, ask the practice or check the NHS website.