Question 1

Which factors influence the price of a professional teeth cleaning

Accepted Answer

The cost of a professional teeth cleaning in Vienna depends on several factors. The most important one: how much tartar and plaque has accumulated since the last session. Those who come in regularly for dental hygiene appointments require less work. It's a bit like with a car: regular oil changes are cheaper than an engine repair.

Question 2

Does health insurance cover dental hygiene?

Accepted Answer

This is one of the most frequently asked questions, and unfortunately the answer isn't entirely straightforward. The ÖGK covers tartar removal at a dentist once per year. This treatment can be carried out directly at contracted dentists and is billed via the e-card. This is a basic service that removes bacterial deposits and hard tartar from tooth surfaces.

Question 3

Supplementary insurance – is it worth it for preventive care?

Accepted Answer

Many private supplementary insurance plans in Austria cover dental hygiene and professional teeth cleanings fully or partially. In my practice, I regularly find that patients are surprised by how much their insurance reimburses. Some tariffs cover professional dental hygiene sessions twice a year. In some cases...

Question 4

Regular preventive care as an investment in healthy teeth

Accepted Answer

I recommend my patients have a professional teeth cleaning performed at least twice a year. Professionals also refer to this as PZR (professional teeth cleaning). For most people, this is sufficient to remove plaque, dental deposits, and bacteria from tooth surfaces where a toothbrush and the use of dental floss alone are not enough...

Question 5

Professional dental hygiene at our practice in Vienna

Accepted Answer

At our practice Smile4Life in the 1st district, I perform dental hygiene personally or together with my specially trained prophylaxis assistant. Our prophylaxis assistants take the time needed for a thorough cleaning of the teeth. We take time for each session and tailor the treatment individually to teeth and gums. Whether...

Dental Prophylaxis Costs in Vienna – Oral Hygiene