Dentists In Bandon with Over Four Decades of Experience

The Irish Dental Association recommends that you visit a dentist at least once every year. However, to ensure optimal oral health, it’s best to arrange a dental check-up at least once every six months. 

The frequency of appointments varies from person to person. At your next check-up, your dentist will advise you when to schedule your next visit. If your teeth and gums are at a higher risk due to underlying issues or lifestyle factors, your dentist may advise visiting for a check-up once every three months. 

If you’re eligible for PRSI entitlements, you can use these to offset certain dentistry costs. Provided you have paid enough PRSI contributions, you can benefit from a complete oral examination once a year. You can also enjoy discounts on a scale and polish treatment, although this is capped at €15. 

Alternatively, if a simple scale and polish aren’t sufficient, you can use PRSI entitlements to subsidise protracted periodontal treatment. This deep cleaning is typically carried out under local anaesthetic. 

To see if you qualify for PRSI subsidised treatments, you’ll need to provide your Personal Public Service (PPS) Number, as well as your date of birth. 

Furthermore, you can only claim entitlements once per calendar year. Any unclaimed entitlements can’t be rolled over to the following year. In some cases, a spouse or partner who’s classed as a dependent can use your social insurance contributions to access treatment benefits. 

Our dentists in Cork offer plenty of services to both adults and children. Our paediatric dentist offers general checkups, fissure sealants, fillings, gum shields and kids’ orthodontic options. Our services include checkups, emergency dentist visits, dental hygienist cleans, fillings, cancer screening, root canals, dental bridgework, dentures, and orthodontics. Our cosmetic services include teeth whitening, Invisalign, dental crowns and bridges. Give our office a call today to arrange your next visit.