Medically reviewed byDr. Myungjin Chung · Representative dentist, integrated dentistry specialist
Last reviewed 5 November 2026
At a glance
- Insurance
- Children registered as dependants are covered
- Sealants
- Permanent molars, up to age 18
- Resin fillings
- Permanent teeth, age 12 and under
- Saturday
- 09:30–13:30
Is it right for me?
- A child's first check-up or a check-up every six months
- New permanent molars (around ages 6 and 12) that could be sealed
- A child who is nervous about the dentist
- Parents who want to book together on one visit
How it works
- Gentle start
We let your child see the chair and tools first and explain each step in simple words.
- Check-up
We check teeth and jaw growth and take X-rays only if needed.
- Prevention
Sealants protect the grooves of new molars; we show you and your child how to brush.
- Treatment if needed
Fillings are done in short visits, and parents can stay in the room.
Insurance and cost
Children registered as your dependants with Korean National Health Insurance are covered. Sealants on permanent molars are covered up to age 18, and tooth-coloured resin fillings on permanent teeth for children aged 12 and under. Coverage rules are set by NHIS and can change; we confirm at your visit.
Planning around your stay in Korea
If your family is moving home, book a check-up two months before you leave and ask for X-ray copies and an English summary for your child's next dentist.
Aftercare
- Brush twice a day with a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste
- Parents help with brushing until about age 8
- Keep sweet drinks and snacks to mealtimes
- Check-ups every six months catch problems early
Questions
Are my children covered by my Korean health insurance?
Family members registered as your dependants are covered, and children pay the same co-pay as Korean children.
At what age should my child first see a dentist?
Around the first tooth or the first birthday, then about every six months.
Can parents and children book together?
Yes. Tell us how many people are coming and we book back-to-back times, often on a Saturday morning.
My child is scared of the dentist. What do you do?
We go slowly, explain each step, and keep the first visit short so your child gets used to the clinic.
General information, not a diagnosis. Your dentist will advise you after an examination.