At a glance
Who it is for
What happens
Visits and time
Cost
Learn what a dental checkup may include and how your dentist discusses treatment, prevention and follow-up.
Overview
General dentistry connects prevention, diagnosis and treatment. A checkup can identify concerns you have noticed, as well as problems that are not yet painful. It is also a chance to review how you care for your teeth at home.
At Tokyo Expat Dental, we discuss the findings in English and distinguish what needs attention from what can be monitored. You do not have to choose a treatment before your examination.
Reasons to seek care
Book an assessment for a routine review, a new symptom or a change in an existing restoration. Common reasons include:
Tooth sensitivity, discomfort when biting or a tooth that feels different.
A chipped tooth, damaged filling or area that traps food.
Bleeding gums, persistent bad breath or a change in gum appearance.
A long interval since your last checkup, or a wish to establish ongoing care in Tokyo.
Pain and swelling may need a more urgent appointment. Use the urgent-care page for practical guidance.
What care involves
We review your health information, examine your teeth and gums, and discuss any further tests. X-rays or scans are recommended when they are needed for your assessment, rather than automatically at every visit.
Depending on the findings, your plan may involve preventive advice, a filling, a cleaning appointment or discussion of another treatment. A routine checkup and professional cleaning are different services. We can clarify what is included when you arrange your visit.
Care process
Assessment
We discuss your symptoms and priorities, then explain the examination findings and any X-rays or scans recommended for you.
Discussion
Your dentist explains the findings, proposed treatment, alternatives, costs and anything that needs prompt attention.
Treatment or monitoring
Together, we agree on the next step and whether care can begin at this visit or needs a separate appointment.
Review
We agree when to return for a checkup or follow-up, based on your oral health and individual risk.
Why patients choose Tokyo Expat Dental
Explained in English
Care planned with you
Instrument hygiene
Easy to reach
Risks and limitations
An examination may not reveal every problem without further tests or observation. Dental X-rays involve radiation, so they are recommended according to your needs. Fillings and other procedures have additional risks, such as sensitivity, wear or the need for further treatment; these depend on the procedure and tooth.
New dental problems can develop between checkups. Tell the clinic about new or worsening symptoms rather than waiting for a scheduled review.
Alternatives
Monitoring and preventive measures may be appropriate for some findings. Other concerns need active treatment or referral. Where a tooth is structurally damaged, options may include a filling, crown, root canal treatment or extraction, depending on its condition.
Fees and treatment time
We will explain the suitable options and provide a detailed treatment plan and cost estimate before treatment begins.
Initial dental examination (comprehensive): ¥19,900
Limited dental examination: ¥14,900
New patient package (examination and cleaning): ¥39,900
Composite resin filling: From ¥39,900 per tooth
IPS e.max inlay: ¥109,900 per tooth
Zirconia inlay: ¥109,900 per tooth
A limited examination focuses on a specific concern. Your dentist will advise whether a limited or comprehensive examination is appropriate. The new patient package includes an examination and cleaning.
Diagnostic imaging and other examinations may incur additional charges unless expressly included in a treatment package. Local anaesthesia, when used, is ¥9,900. Your estimate will confirm which items apply to your care.
All prices are in Japanese yen (JPY) and include 10% consumption tax. Fees may vary with case complexity and individual requirements.
In Tokyo for a short time?
Tell us your travel dates when you book so we can discuss what fits your stay and whether further appointments will be needed. We provide reports to support international insurance claims; cover depends on your policy.
After your visit
Follow the care and review instructions your dentist gives you. Please contact the clinic if you have a question or your symptoms change.
For difficulty breathing or swallowing, rapidly spreading facial or neck swelling, or uncontrolled bleeding, call 119 for an ambulance. Seek urgent care from a service that is open rather than waiting for an online reply.
Related treatments
Professional teeth cleaning
Professional cleaning and a gum-health check, with plaque, tartar and surface-stain removal.
Tooth-coloured fillings
Repair holes in teeth (cavities) and small areas of damage. We explain the filling material and other options.
Gum disease treatment
Assessment and care for bleeding gums and gum disease, with a cleaning and care plan made for you.