https://banners.asiaxpat.com/ads/dental.png
Dental treatment is an important part of oral health. The good news is that there are almost 3,000 registered dentists in Hong Kong, most of whom trained overseas and speak excellent English, and the city-state boasts high-quality dental care.
Whether you’re looking to get your teeth cleaned, fill in a cavity, or get major treatment like a root canal, our friends from Pacific Prime Hong Kong are here to tell you everything you need to know.
Public vs private dental treatment
Did you know that Hong Kong’s public healthcare system only provides emergency dental care limited to pain relief and tooth extraction to the vast majority of the public? There’s a list of public clinics and health centers that offer emergency dental care. For all follow up and regular treatment, you’ll need to go private.
Choosing a private dentist
With so many dentists in Hong Kong, you may be wondering how to choose the right one. Fortunately, this is made easy with the Hong Kong Dental Association’s online directory of dentists that provide information like:
● Dentist’s relevant qualifications and the institutions where they obtained their qualifications
● Office hours and contact details
Another helpful directory is the one compiled by the Dental Council of Hong Kong, a government agency that regulates the practice of dentists in the city. You may also find some luck with the Hong Kong yellow pages.
Cost of private dental care
As you might have guessed, private dental care can be very expensive. What’s more, prices can vary drastically between different providers. To give you a rough idea, you can expect to pay between HKD $300 and $500 for fillings and up to HKD $500 for a consultation.
Private dental insurance
If you prefer not to pay for private dental care out of pocket, it’s a good idea to secure health insurance that covers dental care. In fact, you might already have coverage through your employer-sponsored health plan so be sure to check with your HR department.
When looking to secure dental health insurance, remember to compare insurers and plans to make sure you choose the right one for your needs and budget. Some factors to consider include:
● Premiums and benefits
● Benefit limits
● Deductible/excess
● Pre-existing conditions
● International coverage
● Provider network