How Much Does a Dental X-Ray Cost in the UK? (2026 Prices)
Last updated 28 September 2026
Not every X-ray at a dental practice is the same thing. A single small film to check one tooth costs far less than a full panoramic scan of your mouth or a 3D CBCT scan of your jaw.
Quick answer: based on 94 dental practices listed on Keystone, a private dental X-ray costs from £15 to £185. Most practices charge £60 to £85, and the typical price is £70. A 3D CBCT scan costs more, with most practices charging £120 to £200.
Dental X-ray prices by type
| Type of X-ray | What it shows | Typical private price |
|---|---|---|
| Single small film (periapical or bitewing) | One or two teeth | Lower end, from £15 |
| Standard dental X-ray | What most practices quote | £60 to £85 |
| Full mouth panoramic (OPG) | All your teeth and jaw in one image | Upper end, up to £185 |
| 3D CBCT scan | A 3D image of your jaw | £120 to £200 |
The first three rows come from 94 practices with a published dental X-ray price on Keystone. The CBCT row comes from 73 dental practices that list a 3D scan price separately.
How much does a full mouth X-ray cost?
A full mouth X-ray usually means a panoramic X-ray, also called an OPG. It captures all of your teeth and both jaws in a single image, so it costs more than a single small film. Practices that price X-rays by type tend to put the panoramic scan toward the top of their range, and the highest listed dental X-ray price on Keystone is £185.
New patients are the people most likely to need one, since many practices take a fuller set of images at the first assessment.
How much does a 3D dental X-ray (CBCT) cost?
CBCT stands for cone beam computed tomography. It gives a 3D view of your jaw and is used mostly for implant planning and complex root canal work. Of the 73 dental practices on Keystone that list a 3D scan price, most charge £120 to £200, and the typical price is £165.
If you're getting a CBCT scan before implants, check whether the implant clinic includes it in their treatment price. Our dental implant cost guide covers what's normally included.
What actually drives the price difference
- Type of X-ray. A single small film, a bitewing, a full panoramic scan and a 3D CBCT scan are all priced separately, and cost more the more of your mouth they capture.
- Included in a check-up or billed separately. Some practices build routine X-rays into the check-up price, while others charge for them as an add-on.
- How many are needed. A practice assessing several teeth may need more than one film, which adds to the total.
- Whether you're a new patient. New patients sometimes need a fuller set of X-rays at their first assessment, which costs more than a single follow-up film.
If you only need imaging for a second opinion or a specific concern, ask whether a practice will do a single film rather than a fuller set, since that's usually the cheaper option.
Are dental X-rays cheaper on the NHS?
In England, X-rays your NHS dentist needs are included in the Band 1 charge for an examination, so you don't pay for them separately. The private prices above apply when you see a private dentist, or when you want imaging on its own, for example for a second opinion.
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Compare private dental X-ray prices near you →Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental X-ray cost in the UK?
Based on 94 practices listed on Keystone, a private dental X-ray costs from £15 to £185, with most practices charging £60 to £85. A single small film costs much less than a full panoramic or 3D scan.
How much does a full mouth X-ray cost?
A full mouth (panoramic or OPG) X-ray sits at the upper end of the dental X-ray range, which runs up to £185 at the practices listed on Keystone.
How much does a CBCT or 3D dental X-ray cost?
Most dental practices on Keystone that list a 3D CBCT scan charge £120 to £200, and the typical price is £165. It's more detailed than a standard 2D X-ray and is often used before implant or complex root canal treatment.
Is a dental X-ray included in a check-up?
It depends on the practice. Some include routine X-rays as part of a check-up, others charge for them separately, so ask before you book if you specifically need imaging.
How often do I need dental X-rays?
This depends on your dental history and risk of problems. Your dentist is best placed to say how often you need them, rather than a fixed schedule that applies to everyone.