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Dental Scaling Covered by Health Insurance (치석제거(스케일링) 건강보험): How to Apply, Amount & Eligibility (2026)

Covered by national health insurance once a year for ages 19 and older; out-of-pocket about KRW 10,000

This page is a translation of the Korean original and is for reference only. The official Korean guidance is the authoritative source for amounts and conditions, so be sure to confirm on the official website before applying. View Korean original (한국어)

Benefit: Scaling (tartar removal) is a covered benefit once a year, with out-of-pocket of about KRW 10,000 (varies by medical institution). A new one-time coverage applies from January 1 each year. The NHIS medical benefit guidance includes a 'scaling benefit notice', and the exact amount is unconfirmed.
Who is eligible: National health insurance subscribers, dependents, and Medical Aid (의료급여) recipients aged 19 or older (the age criterion needs official confirmation)
When to apply: Once a year, from January 1 each year
How to apply: Visit a dental clinic or hospital (health insurance card or ID)
Important notes: Until Dec 31 of that year. Cannot be carried over
Note: A second time or more is fully out-of-pocket. Separate criteria apply when linked to periodontal treatment.

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Based on official sources as of 2026년 10월. Amounts and requirements may change, so please confirm with the official guide before applying.

Frequently asked questions

Dental Scaling Covered by Health Insurance (치석제거(스케일링) 건강보험): who can receive it?

National health insurance subscribers, dependents, and Medical Aid (의료급여) recipients aged 19 or older (the age criterion needs official confirmation)

Dental Scaling Covered by Health Insurance (치석제거(스케일링) 건강보험): how do I apply?

Visit a dental clinic or hospital (health insurance card or ID)

Dental Scaling Covered by Health Insurance (치석제거(스케일링) 건강보험): how much will I receive?

Scaling (tartar removal) is a covered benefit once a year, with out-of-pocket of about KRW 10,000 (varies by medical institution). A new one-time coverage applies from January 1 each year. The NHIS medical benefit guidance includes a 'scaling benefit notice', and the exact amount is unconfirmed.

Dental Scaling Covered by Health Insurance (치석제거(스케일링) 건강보험): when can I apply?

Once a year, from January 1 each year