At Galleria Dental Clinic in Jamsil, Seoul, fees follow the Korean system of insured (NHIS) and uninsured treatments. Foreign residents enrolled in National Health Insurance, which is generally required for stays of 6 months or longer, receive the same coverage as Korean patients. Visitors without NHIS, such as short-term tourists, pay the full fee for all treatment.
Treatments covered by NHIS
| Treatment | Coverage conditions |
|---|---|
| Scaling (cleaning) | Age 19+, once per calendar year (resets January 1) |
| Fillings (insured materials) | Amalgam or glass ionomer; resin for some permanent teeth up to age 12 |
| Root canal treatment | Covered; the crown afterwards is separate |
| Gum (periodontal) treatment | Root planing, curettage, and similar |
| Extraction, including wisdom teeth | Simple and impacted extractions (fee varies by difficulty) |
| Implants (age 65+) | Up to 2 per lifetime, 30% co-pay; bone grafting not covered |
| Dentures (age 65+) | Once every 7 years, 30% co-pay |
Uninsured treatments
| Treatment | What decides the fee |
|---|---|
| Implants (general) | Number and site, fixture and crown material, bone grafting |
| Crowns and bridges | Material (zirconia, all-ceramic, PFM, gold), prior treatment |
| Inlays | Material and size of the cavity |
| Veneers | Number of teeth, material |
| Whitening | Method and number of sessions |
| Orthodontics | Appliance type, difficulty, duration |
| Bone grafting / sinus lift | Graft extent and material |
Exact uninsured fees are explained item by item after a CT and oral-scanner diagnosis. As required by Korean law, the list of uninsured fees is also posted inside the clinic.
Practical notes for international patients
- Bring ID: your residence card (ARC) if you have NHIS, otherwise your passport
- Payment: cash or card, in Korean won
- Travel or overseas insurance: ask us for a receipt and treatment statement at checkout, and check your own policy for what it reimburses
- Insured plus uninsured: one tooth can involve both, for example a covered root canal followed by an uninsured crown
Low advertised implant prices often cover only the placement, with extraction, grafting, and the crown billed separately. The final cost is clearest after a full diagnosis.
※ Treatment fees and outcomes depend on each patient's oral condition, and this page does not guarantee results. Exact details are explained after an in-person exam and CT diagnosis.