Treatment covered by Tervisekassa
Completely free dental treatment for patients with a severe physical or mental disability.
What the visit includes
- 100% state funding
- Step-free environment and ramps
- Seen under a Tervisekassa contract
- A calm appointment without stress
When this procedure is needed
- 01The patient has a severe disability and an ordinary clinic will not take them.
- 02Mental health differences make treatment in the usual way impossible.
- 03Panic fear that has postponed the visit for years.
- 04Limited mobility: a step-free entrance and help with transferring are needed.
How the visit goes
- 1Calling and preparation
Tell the receptionist about any particular needs in advance: we will set aside more time, prepare the room and brief the dentist.
- 2Familiarisation visit
The first appointment can involve no treatment — just meeting the room and the dentist. For many patients that is the decisive step.
- 3Treatment
We work at a comfortable pace, with breaks. Where needed we bring in an anaesthesiologist and carry out the treatment under sedation or general anaesthesia in one visit.
- 4Payment through Tervisekassa
The clinic works under a contract with Tervisekassa. Once your entitlement is confirmed, treatment is paid directly and you pay nothing at the clinic. Reception will tell you by phone what applies in your case.
After the procedure
- We give all instructions in writing: it is easier for the person accompanying you not to have to remember them.
- If anything worries you after the visit, call or write to reception — we will get back to you with advice at the first opportunity, with no need for an extra trip.
- We plan the next visit straight away: a steady schedule matters more to many patients than the speed of treatment.
Prices for this service:
Treatment covered by Tervisekassa
For patients with a confirmed severe disability or special mental health needs, and for children up to 19 (where indicated), Tervisekassa covers this treatment — you pay nothing at the clinic. Ask reception what applies in your case.
Frequently asked questions
- Who is entitled to the benefit?
- Patients with a confirmed severe disability and special mental health needs. Reception will tell you what applies in your case.
- Do I have to pay at the clinic?
- No. Once your entitlement is confirmed, Tervisekassa pays for the treatment directly.
- Can everything be done in one visit?
- Often yes, under general anaesthesia.
