What you can always expect from us
We want you to know from the start what to expect. That is why we always discuss costs, options and alternatives openly and before beginning any treatment.
Every treatment is individual. Costs depend on the findings, the complexity and the materials chosen. The figures on this page are for orientation. Before every treatment you will receive a clear, written cost overview from us.
Statutory health insurance covers many basic dental services. These include, for example:
Check-up examinations — twice a year
Tartar removal — once a year
Basic fillings — within the scope of basic care
Dental prostheses — fixed subsidy depending on bonus booklet
However, many medically sensible services go beyond the GKV catalogue. We always explain which costs are covered by insurance — and which are not.
You will always receive a clear cost overview before treatment begins.
For dental prostheses we always provide two cost estimates — from a German laboratory and from a quality-certified international laboratory.
We explain all options and respect your decision — without pressure.
What does each service cost at FRYDENT?
All figures are for guidance only. Exact costs are discussed individually and documented in writing before every treatment. Patients with statutory insurance are generally entitled to a co-payment-free basic service.
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
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Tartar removal (1× yearly, GKV service) Basic cleaning of supra-gingival tartar |
GKV |
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Tartar removal (2nd appointment per year, self-pay) Medically advisable — covered by insurance only 1× yearly |
ca. 40 – 50 € |
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Professional teeth cleaning (PZR) Complete cleaning incl. polishing and fluoridation — private service |
80 – 150 € |
Health insurance covers tartar removal once a year. Medically, however, we recommend two appointments — especially with increased caries risk, a history of periodontitis or heavy plaque tendency. The second appointment is self-pay and costs approx. 40 – 50 € at our practice.
Alternatively we recommend a model combining a tartar removal appointment with a PZR appointment — for even more thorough prevention. Many supplementary insurances cover PZR and prophylaxis costs fully or partially.
For posterior teeth, statutory health insurance covers a basic service (amalgam or simple composite filling) without co-payment. For higher-quality materials — especially tooth-coloured composite fillings — the additional cost is borne by the patient.
| Material | Co-payment (approx.) | Durability |
|---|---|---|
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Nano-composite (tooth-coloured) High-quality, tooth-coloured composite filling |
40 – 160 € | 5 – 10 Jahre |
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Gold inlay Cast gold inlay — particularly durable |
350 – 600 € | 15 – 25+ Jahre |
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Ceramic inlay Tooth-coloured ceramic inlay — aesthetic and precise |
400 – 700 € | 10 – 20+ Jahre |
In certain cases root canal treatment is covered by health insurance. Modern, more advanced techniques — with rubber dam, ultrasound or laser — significantly improve success rates and involve a co-payment. Costs depend on the number of canals and degree of difficulty.
| Treatment | Guide price |
|---|---|
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Single-canal tooth (e.g. front tooth) Basic root canal treatment |
200 – 300 € |
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Two- to three-canal tooth (e.g. molar) Depending on complexity and methods used |
300 – 500 € |
The complexity of root canal treatment can vary greatly from case to case. Factors such as rubber dam (infection protection), ultrasonic instrumentation and laser disinfection improve the outcome — but may increase costs. All of this is always discussed and agreed with you before treatment begins.
Bleaching is a cosmetic service and is not covered by health insurance. We offer two methods — we advise you individually depending on your wishes and starting situation.
| Method | Cost |
|---|---|
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Home Bleaching Custom trays + whitening gel for use at home |
ca. 300 – 350 € |
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Office Bleaching Professional whitening in the practice, immediate result |
ca. 500 – 700 € |
Veneers are a purely private service. Statutory health insurance generally does not cover the costs. Only in exceptional cases (e.g. a broken front tooth) may a subsidy be possible.
| Veneer type | Cost per tooth | Durability |
|---|---|---|
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Ceramic veneer Individually crafted in the laboratory, translucent like enamel |
550 – 1.000 € | 15 – 20 Jahre |
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Composite veneer Modelled directly in the chair — affordable alternative for minor corrections |
200 – 350 € | 5 – 10 Jahre |
Prices include dental fee (GOZ), laboratory costs and materials. The exact price depends on individual complexity and laboratory choice.
Treatment with clear aligners is a cosmetic service and is not covered by statutory health insurance. Costs depend on the extent of the correction.
| Treatment | Guide price |
|---|---|
|
Aligner treatment Depending on complexity and treatment duration |
2.000 – 5.000 € |
For dental prostheses — i.e. crowns, bridges or dentures — statutory health insurance provides a fixed subsidy. This depends on a regularly maintained bonus booklet. You bear the remaining co-payment — it depends on the chosen material and complexity.
Every patient at our practice receives two transparent cost estimates for dental prostheses:
Option 1 — German master laboratory: High craftsmanship quality, manufactured in Germany
Option 2 — Quality-certified international laboratory: Same material standards, lower manufacturing costs — often up to half the price
Both options meet high quality standards. We advise you honestly. The decision is always yours.
How can you pay at our practice?
You can pay your invoice directly at our practice by debit or credit card at the terminal. This option is completely free of charge and is especially recommended for smaller amounts.
Alternatively we bill through a dental billing centre. In this case you receive your invoice directly from the billing service provider. Additional processing fees may apply — these are usually approx. 2.9% of the invoice amount, with a minimum of approx. 10 € for smaller amounts.
This option is particularly useful when you wish to pay by instalments (see below).
Through our billing centre we can offer you in many cases interest-free instalments over up to 6 months — at no extra cost. Longer terms are also possible, for which interest may apply.
This is a good option especially for larger treatments such as veneers, aligners or dental prostheses. We are happy to discuss the details in person.
Debit/credit card in the practice — free, immediate
Billing centre — approx. 2.9% fee (min. approx. 10 €), enables instalments
Interest-free instalments — up to 6 months through billing centre, no surcharge
Longer term — possible, conditions on request
When is it worthwhile — and what should you know?
Supplementary dental insurance can be worthwhile in many cases — especially if you regularly use professional teeth cleaning, are planning dental prosthetics, or value high-quality filling materials. Most plans reimburse PZR costs, bleaching, and part of the dental prosthetics co-payment.
We know the common plans and understand which services are actually relevant in practice. Sometimes patients choose supplementary insurance that offers little for their specific needs — while important services are missing.
If you are considering taking out supplementary insurance — or want to review your existing plan — just ask us. We will look at it together and give you our honest assessment.
Professional teeth cleaning (PZR) — oft 1–2× jährlich
Prosthesis co-payment — partially or fully
High-quality fillings — co-payment for composite or inlays
Prophylaxis services — fluoridation, fissure sealing
The exact services depend on the specific plan. Not all supplementary insurances are the same — a quick comparison is worthwhile.