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Do you know how much you should pay to extract a tooth, fill in a cavity, or simply get your teeth cleaned in Hong Kong? Today, our friends at
Pacific Prime Hong Kong will provide a quick overview of dental treatments in the city-state.
Overview of dentists in Hong Kong
There are around 2,000 registered dentists in Hong Kong, and the costs of treatment can vary dramatically between dentists, so it’s best to compare the prices in advance.
Public dental treatment
Hong Kong’s
public healthcare clinics only cover the cost of dental treatment for civil servants and students. If you don’t fall in these categories, Prince Philip Dental Hospital, a teaching hospital for dentistry students, does accept some patients with medical conditions that match teaching requirements.
However, when it comes to dental emergency services, such as tooth extraction and/or medication, these are offered to all Hong Kong citizens at affordable prices.
Private dental treatment
We recommend using
The Hong Kong Dental Association’s online directory of dentists to get the office hours and contact details of dentists in Hong Kong, as well as each dentist’s relevant qualifications, so that you can find the dentist that matches your needs and budget.
Dental services and treatment costs
It can be quite expensive to visit a private dentist in Hong Kong. You can ask a local person what the general price level for various dental services are, to ensure you are charged the right prices. Generally, you can expect to pay between HKD $300 and $500 for fillings and up to HKD $500 for a consultation.
First and foremost, you should check if your employer-sponsored health insurance (if any) includes dentist visits in Hong Kong. Some large businesses collaborate with dental clinics to provide complementary treatment to their employees, and sometimes their family members too.
However, if you don’t have employer-sponsored health insurance, the best way to prevent yourself from exorbitant bills is to get a
dental health insurance policy in Hong Kong.
Finding the right dental insurance plan
Below are some factors you should ponder over before securing a private dental health insurance plan:
- Premiums and benefits
- Benefit limits
- Deductible/excess
- Pre-existing conditions
- International coverage
- Provider network
Alternatively, you can also download our dental insurance guide for more in-depth information on how to find the right plan
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