How much does the dentist cost, and what does insurance cover?

Health insurance covers treatment of dental disease and one scaling a year from age 19, but braces, crowns, bridges and most implants aren't covered, so their prices vary by clinic. What to do 1. Before you agree to treatment, ask which parts aren't covered and what they cost. For big work like implants or crowns, compare another clinic. 2. Compare non-covered prices between clinics on HIRA's non-covered fee information (Korean). 3. Use your insured scaling: once a year from age 19. 4. Bring ID so the clinic can apply your National Health Insurance. You can also search Verihood for clinics that reviewers say offer English consultation. Good to know • People 65 and older can get dentures and implants covered under conditions; ask the clinic. Official sources • NHIS – Non-covered items (Korean): https://www.nhis.or.kr/static/html/wbma/c/wbmac0104.html • NHIS webzine – scaling and dentures (Korean): https://www.nhis.or.kr/static/alim/paper/oldpaper/202404/sub/section1_5.html • HIRA – Non-covered fee information (Korean): https://www.hira.or.kr/npay/index.do?pgmid=HIRAA030009000000 This is general information, not medical advice. In an emergency, call 119. Checked by the Verihood team on October 3, 2026. Rules and fees change, so confirm with the official source before you act.