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Do you offer evening or weekend appointments? (Angel)

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Monday-Friday 8am-7pm (Tuesday from 9am), by appointment. Saturday and Sunday closed. Late-afternoon slots typically available; pre-9am bookings on request.

What makes you different from high-street dentists near Angel?

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Three things: cosmetic dentistry planned for the long term by a dentist with an MSc in Aesthetic & Restorative Dentistry (Manchester); Invisalign at Diamond II provider level, planned by Dr Patel himself; and dental, skin, body and wellness care under one roof. The clinic has been founder-led since 2009.

Are you taking new patients from Angel?

Dental

Yes — DWL accepts new patients across all four disciplines. Booking is open Monday to Friday.

How do I get from Angel tube to Dental & Wellness London?

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It is 15 to 20 minutes on foot, north along Upper Street and then along Essex Road. Or take the 38, 56, 73, 341 or 476 a few stops along Essex Road. We are at 222 Essex Road, N1 3AP. Many patients cycle: by bike or e-bike (Lime or Forest) it is about 5 to 10 minutes from Angel, along Upper Street and Essex Road.

Do you offer evening appointments? (Shoreditch)

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Appointments run Monday to Friday from 8am to 7pm (Tuesday from 9am). Late-afternoon slots are typically available for working professionals; pre-9am bookings on request.

Are you taking new patients from Shoreditch?

Dental

Yes — DWL accepts new patients across all four disciplines. Booking is open Monday to Friday.

What does Invisalign cost? (Shoreditch)

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Invisalign at DWL is priced by plan: Express £2,200 (one refinement included), Moderate £3,400 (one refinement included) and Unlimited £4,500–£4,900 (refinements as the case requires, with multi-year aligner cover; terms and conditions apply). Dr Vishal Patel is an Invisalign Diamond II provider. The consultation is free and includes an iTero scan and ClinCheck.

Can you do same-day cosmetic appointments? (Shoreditch)

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For composite bonding on existing registered patients, yes — single-visit treatment per tooth. For new patients, the consultation-first model applies — structured intake before treatment.

How do I get from Shoreditch / Old Street to Dental & Wellness London?

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15-minute walk north via City Road and Essex Road. 10 minutes by bus on the 21, 76, or 271. Bike via City Road takes around 12 minutes.

Do you see families and children? (Holloway)

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Yes. We see adults and children. A children’s examination is £45, and under-5s are seen free alongside a parent’s own examination.

How much does it cost to see a dentist in the UK privately?

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Private fees vary. At Dental & Wellness London a dental examination is £65 (30 minutes, including a full risk assessment), hygiene is £85, a dental problem assessment is £75, and composite bonding is £175 for a simple edge or £350 for complex cases. The Invisalign consultation is free.

Are NHS dentists still available near Holloway?

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Some Holloway practices offer NHS treatment, and NHS 111 or the NHS website can help you find one taking patients. Dental & Wellness London is a private practice: a 30-minute examination is £65, and every treatment is quoted in writing before it begins.

Are you taking new patients from Holloway?

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Yes. We welcome new patients from Holloway N7 and across north London. You do not need a referral, and you can book a one-off examination without leaving your current dentist.

How do I get to Dental & Wellness London from Holloway Road?

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Take the 43 or 271 down Holloway Road to Highbury Corner, then a Great Northern train one stop from Highbury & Islington to Essex Road, two minutes from the clinic. Allow about 20 to 25 minutes. On foot it is about 30 minutes via Highbury Corner and Canonbury Road. Many patients cycle: by bike or e-bike (Lime or Forest) it is about 10 to 15 minutes from Holloway Road station, via Highbury Corner.

Is there an emergency dentist near Hackney?

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If you have a broken tooth, swelling or pain, phone or WhatsApp us early on a weekday and we will offer the soonest slot we can for a dental problem assessment (£75). We are closed at weekends and do not take walk-ins. Out of hours, NHS 111 can direct you to urgent dental care.

What does cosmetic dentistry cost for Hackney patients?

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Composite bonding is £175 for a simple edge and £350 for complex cases. Teeth whitening is £450 for a single method or £780 combined. Porcelain veneers are £750 to £1,500 per tooth. The Invisalign consultation is free, and every fee is set out in writing before treatment.

Can I see a dentist and a skin or wellness practitioner at the same clinic?

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Yes. Dentistry, aesthetic medicine and wellness care are all at 222 Essex Road. Tell reception what you would like to cover and they will suggest how to arrange your appointments, with every cost confirmed before you book.

How much does a dentist cost in London?

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Private fees vary across London. At Dental & Wellness London a dental examination is £65 (30 minutes, including a full risk assessment), hygiene is £85, and a dental problem assessment is £75. The Invisalign consultation is free. Treatment is quoted in a written plan before it begins.

Are you taking new patients from Hackney?

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Yes. We welcome new patients from Hackney E8, E5 and across east London. You do not need a referral, and you can book a one-off examination or cosmetic opinion without leaving your current dentist.

How do I get from Hackney Central to the clinic?

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The 38 bus runs direct from Hackney Central and Mare Street through Dalston and along Essex Road, in about 20 to 25 minutes. By Overground, go to Canonbury and walk about 15 minutes. We are at 222 Essex Road, N1 3AP. Many patients cycle: by bike or e-bike (Lime or Forest) it is about 10 minutes from Dalston, and about 15 minutes from Hackney Central or London Fields.

Can my whole family see you? (Highbury)

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Yes. We see adults and children. A children’s examination is £45, and under-5s are seen free alongside a parent’s own examination. We can arrange family appointments back to back where it suits your schedule.

Do you offer Invisalign for Highbury patients?

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Yes. Dr Vishal Patel is an Invisalign Diamond II provider and plans every case himself, preferring arch expansion to extraction where the teeth allow. The consultation is free and includes an iTero scan and ClinCheck preview. Your fee is set out in writing before you start.

How much does a private dentist cost in Highbury?

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At Dental & Wellness London a dental examination is £65 (30 minutes, including a full risk assessment), hygiene is £85, a children’s examination is £45, and a dental problem assessment is £75. The Invisalign consultation is free. Any treatment is quoted in a written plan before it begins.

What is the 2 year rule for dentists?

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There is no national rule that stops you being seen after two years away. NHS practices do not keep permanent registers, so if you have not attended for a while they may treat you as a new patient. We are a private practice: however long it has been, you book a 30-minute examination (£65) and we start from where your teeth and gums are today, without judgement.

Are you taking new patients from Highbury?

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Yes. We welcome new patients from Highbury N5 and across north London. You do not need a referral, and you can book a one-off examination or a cosmetic opinion without leaving your current dentist.