Youth Dental Care: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how children under 18 in the Netherlands can access dental coverage and understand which treatments are included.
This scheme provides dental coverage for young people to ensure they can maintain healthy teeth as they grow.
Who it's for
This program is designed specifically for children. To qualify for these benefits, a person must be under the age of 18. This ensures that young people have access to necessary oral healthcare during their developmental years.
What you get
The primary benefit of this scheme is full coverage for most standard dental treatments. This means that regular dental check-ups and common procedures required to maintain oral health are covered. This coverage is intended to remove financial barriers to essential dental care for the youth population.
What it costs you
There is no cost to you for this dental coverage. The scheme is structured so that the financial burden of standard dental care does not fall on the individual or their family.
The catch to know
It is important to understand the limits of the standard package. While most routine treatments are covered, orthodontics—which includes specialized care like braces—is usually not covered under the basic package. If a dental professional recommends orthodontic treatment, you may need to look into additional options, as it is typically excluded from this specific scheme.
How to apply
- Locate a dental provider in your area to schedule a consultation.
- Provide the dentist with the necessary identification to confirm the patient is under 18.
- Discuss the required treatments with your dentist to ensure they fall under the standard coverage.
- Confirm with the dental office that they can process the coverage through the national system.