Dentist: when to go and what it costs
A dentist checks and treats teeth and the mouth: check-ups, fillings, root canals and toothache. A private dentist appointment is often available quickly.
Over the next 7 days: 1594 available appointments in 19 cities; the soonest Sat 17 Oct in Helsinki (Terveystalo).
- available in 7 days
- 1594
- soonest appointment
- Sat 17 Oct
- cities
- 19
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Appointments and prices updated 16/10/2026. Texts checked 16/10/2026.
What does a dentist do?
A dentist does an oral health check, fills cavities, treats gum inflammation and does root canal treatments and extractions. Tartar removal and cleaning are often done by a dental hygienist.
When to see a dentist
- Toothache or a chipped tooth
- A routine dental check-up
- A sensitive or sore tooth
- Bleeding gums
Do I need a referral for a dentist?
You can see a dentist without a referral. Kela reimburses part of a private dentist's examination and treatment; the amount is small compared with the price.
Available dentist appointments by city
Available appointments over the next 7 days. Cheapest is the lowest price estimate the provider shows self-paying patients in its booking.
| City | Available | First available | Cheapest | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helsinki | 317 | Sat 17 Oct | – | Terveystalo |
| Turku | 172 | Sat 17 Oct | – | Terveystalo |
| Espoo | 152 | Sat 17 Oct | – | Terveystalo |
| Vantaa | 114 | Sat 17 Oct | – | Terveystalo |
| Oulu | 114 | Sat 17 Oct | – | Terveystalo |
| Tampere | 114 | Sat 17 Oct | – | Terveystalo |
| Lahti | 94 | Sat 17 Oct | – | Terveystalo |
| Jyväskylä | 90 | Sat 17 Oct | – | Terveystalo |
| Hämeenlinna | 80 | Mon 19 Oct | – | Terveystalo, Mehiläinen |
| Kirkkonummi | 60 | Mon 19 Oct | – | Terveystalo |
| Rovaniemi | 49 | Sat 17 Oct | – | Terveystalo |
| Kuopio | 47 | Sat 17 Oct | – | Terveystalo |
| Seinäjoki | 42 | Mon 19 Oct | – | Terveystalo |
| Kotka | 40 | Mon 19 Oct | – | Terveystalo |
| Iisalmi | 35 | Sat 17 Oct | – | Terveystalo |
| Savonlinna | 33 | Mon 19 Oct | – | Terveystalo |
| Pori | 17 | Mon 19 Oct | – | Terveystalo |
| Mikkeli | 16 | Mon 19 Oct | – | Terveystalo |
| Lohja | 8 | Wed 21 Oct | – | Terveystalo |
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| Kouvola | 0 | – | – | – |
| Lappeenranta | 0 | – | – | – |
| Porvoo | 0 | – | – | – |
| Vaasa | 0 | – | – | – |
How much does a dentist appointment cost?
Prices from the providers' public price lists, service and Kanta fees included.
Remote dentist appointments
No remote dentist appointments right now.
Frequently asked questions
Does Kela reimburse private dental care?
Kela reimburses part of a private dentist's examination and treatment. The reimbursement is small compared with the price; the terms are on Kela's website.
Where can I see a dentist soonest?
Over the next 7 days the soonest available appointment is Sat 17 Oct in Helsinki: Terveystalo, Terveystalo Helsinki Kamppi hammaslääkäripalvelut. Most available appointments: Helsinki 317, Turku 172, Espoo 152.
Can I see a dentist remotely?
No remote appointments right now.
Can I find an English-speaking dentist?
Over the next 7 days: 1197 available appointments with doctors known to speak English. You can filter the search by language.