How much does dental scale & polish cost?
Done under general anaesthetic. A 'from' price usually covers a clean only — any extractions and dental X-rays are charged on top once the vet can assess the teeth.
Typical UK range · per procedure
£200–£500
- London & South East
- £400–£600
Indicative prices to help you plan — not a quote. Costs vary by practice, region, and what's included, so call the practice for an exact price.
Indicative range last reviewed 26 June 2026.
Prices at practices near you
We're publishing real prices from practices as they share them. In the meantime, find vets near you and ask for a written estimate — it's your right for treatments over £500.
Find vets near you →Why vet prices vary
- What's included. A "from" price often covers the basics only — extras like medication, anaesthetic, or follow-ups can be charged separately.
- Your pet. Size, age, and health all affect the cost of surgery and anaesthetic.
- Where you are. Prices tend to be higher in London and other cities.
- The practice. Equipment, opening hours, and whether it's a 24-hour hospital all feed into the price — cheapest isn't always the right choice.
Where these figures come from
- manypets.com — “the average cost of a full dental, including anaesthetic and a scale and polish with no extractions, is £474.84”
- vetcost.co.uk — “Scale and polish (no extractions): £200–£400”
- animaltrust.org.uk — “£419 — includes Scale & Polish and Extractions (as required); CT scans or X-rays charged separately”
- nimblefins.co.uk — “a professional dog teeth cleaning (scale & polish) in the UK ranges from £175 to over £500”