Dental care
As a member of the Armed Forces, you’re entitled to free dental care
Eligibility check:
What’s it for?
Defence Medical Services (DMS) provides dental care to uniformed Service personnel in the UK. For members of the Reserves undertaking military activity, medical support is provided up to the point where the individual is fit to be discharged to the care of their own dentist. In most cases, care for dependents is provided by the NHS.
For Service people assigned overseas, dental care is provided to all resident military personnel and their entitled dependents.
What do I get?
Wherever you’re assigned, you’ll receive dental care of a standard equivalent to that enjoyed by UK civilians. This benefit is provided free of charge, and there’s no personal contribution.
How do I claim?
If you require dental advice or treatment this is available from Defence Primary Healthcare, through a network of dental facilities in the UK and overseas.
Need more information?
Armed Forces Covenant
Read about the Armed Forces Covenant
NHS Armed Forces choices
Visit the NHS Armed Forces healthcare website