Tandzorg

Tandzorg is the Dutch term for dental care, referring to the range of services aimed at maintaining and restoring the health of teeth and oral tissues. It covers preventive, diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative activities performed by dental professionals.

Typical services include routine dental examinations, dental cleanings and plaque control, radiographs, fillings, root canal treatment, crowns and bridges, dentures and implants, orthodontic care, periodontal treatment, and emergency dental care. Preventive measures such as fluoride applications, sealants, oral hygiene instruction, and dietary counseling are central to tandzorg.

Delivery and professionals: Tandzorg is provided mainly by private dental practices and clinics, staffed by dentists (tandartsen), dental hygienists (tandhygiënisten), dental technicians, and specialists. Access to care is generally through appointments, with triage for urgent needs.

Funding and access: In many Dutch-speaking health systems, care is funded through a mix of public schemes and private insurance. Basic public health coverage may offer limited or no routine dental services for adults, with coverage for children or specific groups varying by country, while many adults rely on supplementary private insurance or out-of-pocket payment. Regulatory bodies oversee practice standards, licensing, patient safety, and pricing transparency.

Quality and evolution: Ongoing efforts focus on preventive care, early intervention, and integration of dental services with general health care, recognizing links between oral and systemic health. Tandzorg thus operates at the intersection of individual care, public health, and health financing in Dutch-speaking regions.