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Dental staining
Deeper staining is caused by tooth decay, malformations of the enamel, excessive intake of fluoride, for example, from drinking water during tooth development, and some diseases. As you age, the colour of your teeth naturally darkens.
Facts about dental staining
- Dental staining can be caused by many different factors, such as cavities, enamel development disorders, excessive intake of fluoride, tobacco and coffee.
- Dental staining is removed at the dentist's or dental hygienist's appointment through different methods, such as ultrasonic devices, hand instruments, and intensive whitening.
- To prevent tooth discolouration, you can avoid tooth-colouring foods and nicotine products, as well as take good care of your dental hygiene. Long-term use of whitening toothpaste is not recommended.
What causes dental staining?
Typically, superficial tooth discolourations are caused by, for example, tobacco, snuff, coffee, tea, cola drinks, red wine, dark juices, and soy sauce. Temporary dental and tongue staining can also be caused by dental care products containing chlorhexidine.
Prevention of dental staining
The most effective way to avoid dental stains and discolouration is to avoid tooth-colouring foods and nicotine products, as well as take good care of dental hygiene.
To some extent, whitening toothpastes from pharmacies and shops can be used to prevent superficial stains on teeth. The mechanism of action of these toothpastes is enzymatic or mechanical. Mechanical stain removers abrade the surface of the tooth, wearing it down, and thus long-term use can damage the tooth enamel and make it even easier for stains to adhere to the worn surface of the tooth. Long-term use of abrasive toothpaste is, therefore, not recommended. It is advisable to discuss the use of these products with your dental care professional.
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Revised 5/9/2022
As of March 15, 2023, the polyclinic fee does not have to be paid after more than five reception visits during the calendar year. After the fifth payment, the polyclinic fee is €0 for visits for the rest of the calendar year.
If you visit our clinic and do not pay for your appointment using the available payment methods, we will send you an invoice for your appointment. The invoicing fee is EUR 5.20.
If the procedure is booked with a specialist dentist, the prices are increased by 30%.
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Take into account in the price list
The price estimate not include the outpatient clinic fee (€33,90). No Kanta fee is charged for visits to the dentist. The outpatient clinic fee for a dental hygienist visit €19.30. If the procedure is with a specialist dentist,prices will be increased 30%| Service | Price estimate |
|---|---|
| Dental check-up | 54,00 € Without Kela reimbursement 84,00 € |
| Dental check-up for patients with dental fear | 91,00 € Without Kela reimbursement 121,00 € |
| Children and young people dental check-up Prices include the clinic fee (€33.90). Book a dental check-up for children and young people Prices 207,75–239,75 €, without Kela reimbursement 227,90–259,90 € | 207,75 € Without Kela reimbursement 227,90 € |
| Dental X-ray of the teeth and jaws | Mobile Benefit 98,00 € The price with a doctor's referral after Kela compensation is €86. 109,00 € Without Kela reimbursement 118,00 € |
| Tartar removal 30–45 minute appointment with a dental hygienist. Book an appointment for tartar removal Explore different payment methods Prices 130,00–183,00 €, without Kela reimbursement 138,00–195,00 € | from 130,00 € Without Kela reimbursement from 138,00 € |
| Tooth jewellery application The price does not include the price of tooth jewellery. | from 68,00 € No Kela reimbursement |
| Dental fillings 1–3 surfaces. Prices 94,00–262,00 €, without Kela reimbursement 104,00–285,00 € | from 94,00 € Without Kela reimbursement from 104,00 € |
| Ceramic filling of the tooth 1–3 surfaces. Explore different payment methods Prices 279,00–561,00 €, without Kela reimbursement 279,00–618,00 € | from 279,00 € Without Kela reimbursement from 279,00 € |
| Dental ceramic crown Laboratory costs are not included in the price estimate. Explore different payment methods Prices 616,00–798,00 € | from 616,00 € No Kela reimbursement |
| Chipped tooth Prices 94,00–262,00 €, without Kela reimbursement 104,00–285,00 € | from 94,00 € Without Kela reimbursement from 104,00 € |
| Tooth extraction Explore different payment methods Prices 109,00–732,00 €, without Kela reimbursement 119,00–794,00 € | from 109,00 € Without Kela reimbursement from 119,00 € |
| Tooth whitening Price estimate given at the free consultation appointment. Book an appointment for a free whitening consultation Prices 101,00–455,00 € | from 101,00 € No Kela reimbursement |
| Whitening consultation appointment Includes an individual price estimate for teeth whitening. Book an appointment for a whitening consultation. | Free No Kela reimbursement |
| Anaesthesia Prices 38,00–39,00 €, without Kela reimbursement 41,00–42,00 € | from 38,00 € Without Kela reimbursement from 41,00 € |
| Irrevocable absence Prices 74,00–96,00 € | 74,00 € No Kela reimbursement |
| Initial assessment of sleep apnea Learn more about sleep apnea and book an appointment (in Finnish) | from 57,00 € Without Kela reimbursement from 84,00 € |
| Bite guard Includes clinical work and the bite guard. Prices 638,00–685,00 €, without Kela reimbursement 695,00–742,00 € | 638,00 € Without Kela reimbursement 695,00 € |
Frequently asked questions
Staining causes roughness on the surface of the teeth, which exposes them to new staining and the formation of tartar.
When choosing a whitening toothpaste, it is a good idea to consult a dental care professional and check the toothpaste's mechanism of action. With long-term use, tooth enamel can be eroded by mechanically removing stains, making stains more likely to stick to the surface of the teeth.
It is sometimes challenging or impossible to remove stains, in which case the discolouration can be covered with a filler in the colour of the adjacent teeth, ceramic laminate or a tooth crown.
