Prevention
Preventive care for teeth and gums: check-ups, advice, and professional cleaning depending on individual risk.
Prevention means care that helps protect teeth and gums before problems become more advanced. It includes regular check-ups, advice for care at home, discussion of risk factors, and, depending on the findings, professional dental cleaning.
Patients with German statutory health insurance are generally entitled to regular dental check-ups. The bonus booklet can later matter for the fixed subsidy for dental restorations. Professional dental cleaning is usually paid out of pocket; some health insurance funds contribute voluntarily or through bonus programs.
How often preventive care makes sense depends on more than the calendar. Important factors include gum health, tooth decay risk, existing dental restorations, brushing habits, and possible underlying conditions. We discuss which rhythm fits your situation.