Safe Next Steps
- Stop wearing if sharp parts cause wounds.
- Save all parts.
- Do not use superglue or other household glue.
- Call to discuss the damage and possible urgency.
- Bring the complete denture.
Costs and reimbursement
What is reimbursed in this situation?
The explanation below is general. Your treatment, billing codes and insurance conditions determine the final reimbursement.
Netherlands
Repair of complete dentures is usually 90% reimbursed by basic insurance. You pay 10% statutory patient contribution and possibly the remaining deductible. For the repair of a plate or frame prosthesis, usually only supplementary dental insurance applies.
Have the repair assessed and billed by a qualified dental care provider. Damage due to careless use may be excluded from reimbursement according to the policy conditions.
Belgium
A repair may be eligible for Belgian reimbursement under certain conditions if it is carried out by a dentist or authorized healthcare provider. A repair billed directly by a dental laboratory is not always reimbursed.
When receiving treatment in the Netherlands, check in advance whether your health insurance company requires a prescription, certificate or other documents.