Becoming a New Patient at Tower Dental

A clear, no-pressure guide to joining Tower Dental Blackpool. We are warmly welcoming new patients across the Fylde Coast, Wyre, Preston, Lancaster and the wider Lancashire area.

Are you accepting new patients?

Yes. Tower Dental Blackpool actively welcomes new patients of all ages and backgrounds. We accept new patients on three pathways: as a member of one of our adult dental membership plans (from £19.60/month), as a member of our children's plan (from £9.99/month), or on a pay-as-you-go basis with no membership commitment. We do not currently offer NHS treatment for adults.

Most new adult patients are offered an examination appointment within 5 to 7 working days of their first contact. New patient examinations for cosmetic treatments such as dental implants, veneers and Invisalign are typically available within 7 days as well, although the £40 cosmetic consultation operates as a separate, dedicated 60-minute session.

How to register

There are three equally good ways to register as a new patient at Tower Dental:

What happens at your first appointment

Your new patient examination is scheduled for 30 minutes. It includes:

• A full clinical examination by one of our GDC-registered dentists, covering all teeth, gums and soft tissues
• Digital X-rays as clinically required (typically two bitewing X-rays for new adult patients)
• Oral cancer screening to NICE guidance — non-invasive, takes less than a minute, and is included in every adult examination
• BPE gum assessment (Basic Periodontal Examination) to check gum health
• A written treatment plan with itemised costs, sent to you by email after the appointment
• Time to ask questions — we always allow a portion of the examination for discussion, not just clinical work

There is no obligation to proceed with any treatment. Many new patients leave the first examination with no recommended treatment beyond regular hygiene visits.

What it costs

All prices accurate as of May 2026. Treatment costs beyond the examination are quoted separately at consultation. 0% interest finance is available on most treatments over £250 subject to status and credit approval.

Transferring from another dentist

You do not need to formally "deregister" from a previous practice before joining Tower Dental. Your previous practice will continue to hold your records and we can request copies (including X-rays) at your written request — this often saves a fresh set of X-rays at your first visit and can be done within a few days.

If you have been on an NHS dental list, the move to private care is straightforward: you simply stop attending NHS appointments. There is no penalty, fee, or formal process. Your NHS file remains with your previous practice and you can return to NHS care at any future point if you choose.

What to bring to your first appointment

• A list of any current medications and dosages
• Details of any medical conditions, allergies, or recent surgeries
• Your previous dentist's contact details if you would like records transferred
• Any X-rays or scans your previous dentist has already shared with you (most won't have these — that's fine)
• Photo ID is helpful for first-visit registration but not strictly required

If you are a nervous patient, please tell our reception team when booking. We have specific processes for nervous and anxious patients including longer first appointments, careful explanation, and the option of conscious sedation for treatment that follows.

Frequently asked new-patient questions