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Free whitening consultation
Are you thinking about tooth whitening, but have questions about the contents of the procedure? For this purpose, we have created a free teeth whitening consultation.
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Suuhygienisti
Revised 8/31/2023
Facts about the free whitening consultation
- Mehiläinen offers a free tooth whitening consultation to check your oral health and ensure that there are no factors in your mouth that could affect the outcome of whitening.
- In the whitening consultation, you will hear about the various alternative methods, requirements and cost estimates for each procedure.
- The result of whitening is unique to each individual and cannot be accurately predicted. In general, however, the difference is significant when compared to the previous situation.
Related services
Teeth whitening
The safest and best teeth whitening is performed by a dental hygienist or dentist.
Laser teeth whitening
A gel is applied to the surface of the teeth and the effect is enhanced by light.
White Spot treatment
Fading or removal of tooth discolorations.
Dental hygienist
Provides individual advice for tending to your oral health.
What happens during the consultation?
A free whitening consultation is a service offered by Mehiläinen, which should always be booked before the actual whitening procedure. During the consultation, your oral health is checked to ensure that there are no factors in your mouth that could affect the outcome of the whitening procedure, such as gum disease, tartar, tooth staining or enamel damage.
The purpose of the consultation is to identify a possible need for treatment. The necessary measures are taken at a separate visit to the dental hygienist or dentist before whitening.
Booking a whitening consultation appointment
In the consultation, you can discuss with your dental hygienist any questions you have about whitening your teeth. Together with the dental hygienist, you will go through the various alternative methods, requirements and cost estimates for each procedure. In the consultation, the initial colour of your teeth is also checked.
The consultation takes 15 minutes and no procedures are performed in this appointment.
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%.
Check out Hammas Mehiläinen's flexible payment methods
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 € |
Related symptoms
Tartar
Is a bacterial plaque hardened by salivary minerals.
Tooth enamel damage
Tooth enamel damage is caused by tooth wear or problems with biting.
Dental staining
Can be caused by a number of factors, such as cavities, enamel development disorders or foods.
Gingivitis
Bleeding from the gums, bad breath, bad taste in your mouth and sore gums.
Periodontitis
A common disease of the connective tissue underneath the gums which is caused by gingivitis.
Other related services
Tartar removal
Removal of tartar performed by a dental hygienist, including soda cleaning.
Dental staining removal
Dental staining removal by a dental hygienist, including soda cleaning.
Dental check-up
Assessment of oral and dental health and recommendations for further treatment.
Dental fear
Non-urgent consultation with a dentist specialized in treating patients with dental anxiety.
Frequently asked questions
The result of whitening is unique to each individual and cannot be accurately predicted. In general, however, the difference is significant when compared to the previous situation.
After whitening, you should avoid tooth-colouring foods and nicotine products for a couple of days to ensure that the final result of the whitening is as desirable and long-lasting as possible.
To some extent, whitening toothpastes can remove superficial stains on the tooth. 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.
If the tooth enamel has thinned considerably, for example due to erosion, and the yellowish bone is exposed, whitening may not be possible. Other options for aesthetic dental treatment can then be considered.
Tooth whitening is not recommended for pregnant women. Whitening agents used by professionals have been proven to be safe, but not all of their effects on the foetus have been studied.
Teeth whitening is not recommended for children under the age of 18, as the development of the teeth may still be in progress.
