You can claim for laboratory fees for exempt patients.
There are maximum amounts that you can claim depending on the appliance that's being made.
Maximum reimbursement amounts
| Item description | NHS | Maximum amount |
|---|---|---|
| Full acrylic dentures | Inclusive of special trays and models and whether upper or lower - this is per denture | £150 |
| Partial acrylic dentures | Inclusive of special trays and models and whether upper or lower - this is per denture | £90 |
| Chrome dentures | Inclusive of special trays and models and whether upper or lower - this is per denture | £200 |
| Repairs | Including minor modifications such as addition of a strengthener and repairs of restorative laboratory items | £66 |
| Additions | Addition of a tooth | £60 |
| Relines | Includes both hard and soft liners | £64 |
| Bite guard or Bruxism | Soft or hard construction | £39 |
| Orthodontic retainer | Not applicable | £33 |
| Single crown | Including precious metal, Zirconia, Emax, post and core | £110 |
| Single onlay, inlay or veneer | Porcelain or composite | £125 |
| Fixed bridge - per visit | Bonded or Zirconia | £57 |
| Adhesive bridge - per unit | Standard construction including wings and pontics | £50 |
| Temporary crown | Free choice per unit | £39 |
| Temporary bridge | Free choice per unit | £39 |
| Study models | When used in isolation and not part of a restorative or prosthetic treatmet per model | £18 |
| Post and core not used as part of bridge or crown treatment plan | £28 |