Tartar removal, 30 min
Tartar removal by a dental hygienist, about 30 minutes. Only Terveystalo lists the price in its public price list. The other clinics' price lists have no matching line.
- Cheapest
- from €121.00Terveystalo
- Checked
- 16/10/2026from 1 price list
Prices by clinic
| Provider | Price | After Kela reimbursement | Price list line | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terveystalo | from €121.00 | from €111.00 | Tartar removal by a dental hygienist, 30 min fromTerveystalo price list | 16/10/2026 |
| Mehiläinen | – | – | Bookable online, but the price list has no price. | – |
| PihlajalinnaAava | – | – | Not in the booking system or the price list. | – |
Good to know
- "from" means a starting price: the final price depends on the doctor, the scope or additional procedures.
- The prices come from the providers' public price lists, checked 16/10/2026. Check the final price in the provider's booking.
- Remote appointmentnone available
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When to have tartar removed?
Tartar is hardened plaque that cannot be brushed off at home. A dental hygienist or dentist usually removes it with an ultrasonic scaler and hand instruments. Regular removal prevents gum disease such as periodontitis.
Kela reimburses up to two dental hygienist visits a year without a dentist's referral; with a referral, more visits can be reimbursed.
People go for tartar removal for example for bleeding gums, bad breath, visible tartar or on a dentist's recommendation.
Frequently asked questions
Does Kela reimburse part of the price?
Kela reimburses part of the cost of private healthcare. After the Kela reimbursement the cheapest price in the comparison is €111.00. The reimbursement is often deducted from the bill directly when you show your Kela card.
Do I need a dentist's referral to see a hygienist?
No. Without a referral Kela reimburses up to two hygienist visits a year.
How often should tartar be removed?
It depends on how quickly tartar builds up. The hygienist or dentist assesses a suitable interval.
Sources
- Terveyskirjasto (in Finnish): Tartar
- Finnish Dental Association (in Finnish): Removing plaque and tartar
- Kela (in Finnish): Reimbursements for private dental care