Dental X-ray - an important part of oral health care
Most dental infections infections are asymptomatic or have mild symptoms, and they often do not come to light during a routine dental check-up. Dental X-ray can be performed during a dental check-up.
Dental X-ray examination is an essential part of proper oral and dental examination.
Dental X-ray in brief
- Dental infections are often asymptomatic or have mild symptoms.
- Dental X-ray shows the tips of the tooth roots, the condition of the jawbones and the temporomandibular joints. The images can also help determine the condition of the supporting tissues and attachments of the teeth.
- Dental X-ray examination is particularly important if root canal treatments and fillings have been previously performed on the teeth. The examination should be done approximately every 3-5 years.
- All X-ray examinations are performed using the latest and modern X-ray equipment at Hammas Mehiläinen dental clinics.
Services
Dental X-ray can be performed during a dental check-up. Book an appointment for a dental check-up through Mehiläinen's appointment service or by calling our customer service at 010 273 8000 (0,0835 €/call + 0,1669 €/min).
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Book an dental fear check-upWhat can be detected in a tooth X-ray?
With a jaw X-ray or panoramic tomography and an intraoral X-ray, the dentist can see the tips of the teeth roots and under the fillings, which are not visible in a visual check-up. In addition, the X-ray shows the conditions of the jawbone and jaw joint structures. X-rays are also used to examine the condition of the dental connective tissues and supporting structures of the teeth.
A bitewing X-ray of the visible parts of teeth is also taken in connection with the dental check-up. From the X-ray, the dentist can see dental caries and its progress as well as possible problems under existing fillings.
Why should you have your teeth X-rayed?
Untreated teeth-related infections are also detrimental to general health, which means that you should have your teeth X-rayed in connection with the dental check-up. It is recommended to have a jaw X-ray taken approximately every 3–5 years and, in practice, always when holistic dental care begins.
This examination is especially recommended if the teeth have undergone root canal treatment and have fillings. Before, for example, heart or artificial joint surgery, it is extremely important to ensure oral health because an untreated infection may jeopardise the success of the surgery.
In order to verify the diagnosis, our radiologists interpret all the jaw X-rays. At Hammas Mehiläinen dental clinics, all X-ray examinations are performed using the latest and most modern X-ray equipment, which respect the environment and save time. The X-rays are immediately available for the dentist to analyse.
Price list and payment
| Service | Mobile Benefit price | Price estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Dental check-up | 60.50 € Without Kela reimbursement 76.00 € | |
| Dental check-up for patients with dental fear | 96.00 € Without Kela reimbursement 111.50 € | |
| Dental X-ray of the teeth and jaws | Mobile Benefit 80.00 € The price with a doctor's referral after Kela compensation is €80. | 100.00 € Without Kela reimbursement 109.00 € |
| Tartar removal 30–45 minute appointment with a dental hygienist. Prices 96.00–160.80 €, without Kela reimbursement 101.00–178.80 € | from 96.00 € Without Kela reimbursement from 101.00 € | |
| Dental fillings 1–3 surfaces. Prices 85.70–237.90 €, without Kela reimbursement 95.70–260.90 € | from 85.70 € Without Kela reimbursement from 95.70 € | |
| Ceramic filling of the tooth 1–3 surfaces. Prices 239.70–636.00 €, without Kela reimbursement 256.70–710.10 € | from 239.70 € Without Kela reimbursement from 256.70 € | |
| Dental ceramic crown Laboratory costs are not included in the price estimate. Prices 566.00–734.30 €, without Kela reimbursement 566.00–734.30 € | from 566.00 € Without Kela reimbursement from 566.00 € | |
| Chipped tooth Prices 85.70–237.90 €, without Kela reimbursement 95.70–260.90 € | from 85.70 € Without Kela reimbursement from 95.70 € | |
| Tooth extraction Prices 98.40–668.10 €, without Kela reimbursement 108.40–730.10 € | from 98.40 € Without Kela reimbursement from 108.40 € | |
| Tooth whitening Price estimate given at the free consultation appointment. Prices 90.00–420.00 €, without Kela reimbursement 90.00–420.00 € | from 90.00 € Without Kela reimbursement from 90.00 € | |
| Whitening consultation appointment Includes an individual price estimate for teeth whitening. | Free Kela reimbursement deducted from the price | |
| Anaesthesia Prices 33.80–34.90 €, without Kela reimbursement 36.80–37.90 € | from 33.80 € Without Kela reimbursement from 36.80 € |
Frequently asked questions about dental x-rays
Because dental infections are often asymptomatic or have mild symptoms that may not be detected during a regular dental check-up.
A dental X-ray can show the tips of the tooth roots and areas beneath fillings that are not visible to the naked eye. Additionally, it can reveal the condition of the jawbones and temporomandibular joints, as well as the health of the supporting tissues and ligaments of the teeth.
Untreated dental infections can have a negative impact on overall health. X-rays are particularly recommended if there have been previous root canal treatments and fillings in the teeth.
A full-mouth X-ray examination is recommended to be done approximately every 3-5 years and whenever a comprehensive treatment is initiated.
At Hammas Mehiläinen dental clinics, all X-ray examinations are performed using the latest and modern X-ray equipment. The images are immediately available for the dentist's analysis.
