Folketandplejen

Folketandplejen is the Danish public dental care service. It is a fundamental part of the Danish welfare state, providing subsidized dental treatment to all residents of Denmark. The service is primarily funded through taxation, meaning that for most residents, dental care is free or heavily subsidized at the point of service.

The system is designed to ensure that everyone has access to necessary dental treatment regardless of their financial situation. It covers a wide range of services, including preventive care, regular check-ups, fillings, extractions, and more complex treatments. Children and young people up to the age of 18 receive free dental care. For adults, there is a tiered system of co-payment, with the percentage of the cost covered by Folketandplejen varying depending on the type of treatment.

Folketandplejen operates through a network of dental clinics located throughout the country. These clinics are staffed by dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants. While the public system is available to all, individuals also have the option to seek private dental care, though this is typically more expensive. The aim of Folketandplejen is to promote good oral health and prevent dental diseases across the population.