Bangkok Dental Hygiene Package – Real Local Price Breakdown

Bangkok Dental Hygiene Package – Real Local Price Breakdown

Looking to get your teeth cleaned in Bangkok without paying a “tourist price”? Good news: Bangkok is one of the easiest places in Asia to book a professional dental hygiene package at a fair, transparent rate. Clinics around the city—both near the BTS/MRT and in neighbourhood sois—offer clear packages that cover check-up, scaling, polishing and often fluoride. Below is a realistic, on-the-ground breakdown so you know what’s included, what affects the bill, and how much to budget in Thai baht.

What’s normally inside a “dental hygiene package”

- Dentist consultation and oral exam

- Scaling (removing tartar/calculus) and polishing

- Fluoride treatment (sometimes optional)

- X-rays only if clinically needed (bitewings for cavities, or a panoramic film if the dentist wants a broader look)

A standard cleaning is for healthy gums with light to moderate tartar. If you have gum disease, the dentist may recommend deep cleaning (also called scaling and root planing). That’s a different procedure, done by quadrant with local anaesthetic. It takes longer and costs more, but it’s the right treatment for periodontal pockets—so it’s not an “upsell”, just a different service.

Real local price ranges in Bangkok (THB, inclusive/exclusive of VAT depending on clinic)

- Consultation/check-up: 0–300 (many clinics waive this if you proceed with cleaning)

- Standard scaling and polishing (prophylaxis):

- Neighbourhood clinics: 800–1,800

- Central private clinics (Sukhumvit/Silom/Sathorn): 1,200–2,500

- Hospital dental centres: 1,800–3,500

- Fluoride varnish: 300–800 (often included in package)

- X-rays:

- Bitewing: 200–400 per film

- Panoramic: 700–1,500

- Airflow/jet stain removal add-on: 600–1,200

- Infection control/PPE fee: 0–200 (some places list it separately; many include it)

- Deep cleaning (periodontal scaling and root planing):

- Per quadrant: 1,500–3,500

- Full mouth (4 quadrants): 6,000–12,000+

- Local anaesthetic is usually included in these figures

- Post-treatment review: usually free within 2–4 weeks

Typical package totals you’ll see advertised

- Basic hygiene package (check-up + scale + polish): 990–1,800

- Hygiene package with fluoride: 1,200–2,200

- Hygiene package with bitewing X-rays: 1,500–2,800

- Hospital “prophylaxis package” (often includes dentist exam and basic X-rays): 1,800–3,200

Note: Whitening is not part of a cleaning package. Office whitening in Bangkok is usually 5,000–12,000+ and is purely cosmetic.

Why prices vary from soi to soi

- Location and rent: Clinics right by BTS hot spots (Asok, Thonglor, Siam) pay higher rent; you’ll feel it in the fee. Move one or two stations out (On Nut, Phra Khanong, Ari, Ladprao) and prices generally ease.

- Dentist’s credentials and clinic type: Specialist clinics and hospital dental centres cost more than small private practices, though both can deliver excellent care.

- Time needed: Heavy staining or lots of calculus means a longer appointment; if it becomes deep cleaning, it’s a different price bracket.

- Extras and equipment: Airflow po

lishing, digital X-rays and anaesthetics add cost. Always ask if the package is inclusive of VAT.

How to book like a local (and avoid surprises)

- Message on Line or call ahead: Ask, “Khun, what is the price for cleaning package inclusive VAT? Includes fluoride? Any X-rays?” You’ll get a straight answer.

- Clarify deep vs normal cleaning: “If deep cleaning is needed, how much per quadrant?” This makes the decision easy if the dentist recommends it.

- Check promos: Many clinics run monthly promos (especially weekdays or before payday). Hospitals sometimes bundle seasonal “prophylaxis packages”.

- Bring previous X-rays if you have them: Some dentists can use them, reducing add-on costs.

- Ask about payment: Most accept cash, card and PromptPay. If you’ll claim insurance, request an official receipt and treatment codes.

- Language: Bangkok dentists commonly speak English. If you’re more comfortable with a Thai-speaking companion, staff won’t mind.

What the visit feels like

- Standard cleaning: 30–45 minutes. You’ll hear the ultrasonic scaler, then polishing. Mild sensitivity is normal for a day or two.

- Deep cleaning: 60–90 minutes, sometimes split into two visits. Gums are numbed. You may get a mouth rinse and home-care instructions.

- Frequency: Every 6 months is typical. If you build tartar fast or have gum issues, the dentist may suggest 3–4 month intervals.

Red flags and green lights

- Good sign: Clear written quote before treatment, sterilisation protocols visible (autoclave, sealed packs), dentist explains findings and shows X-rays.

- Caution: Vague pricing, pressure to add whitening or unrelated procedures, or no discussion of alternatives. You shouldn’t have to “wai” to the price—if it’s not clear, ask.

Neighbourhood cheat sheet (very rough guidance)

- Central BTS zones (Siam, Asok, Thonglor): Expect 1,500–2,500 for standard cleaning.

- Fringe/mid-city (On Nut, Phra Khanong, Ari, Ratchada, Ladprao): 900–1,800 is common at local clinics.

- Hospital dental centres: 1,800–3,500 with the benefit of on-site specialists and extended hours.

Quick Q&A

- Do walk-ins work? Often yes during weekdays, but weekends get busy. Booking is safer.

- Is VAT included? Some quotes are net; some add 7% VAT at the cashier. Always ask “inclusive VAT or not?”

- Student or weekday rates? Quite common—worth asking.

- Sensitive teeth? Mention it. The dentist can adjust power, use topical numbing gel, and suggest desensitising toothpaste.

Bottom line budget

- If your gums are healthy and you just need a routine clean, set aside 1,200–2,000 baht in central Bangkok, or as low as 900–1,500 baht in local neighbourhood clinics. Add 200–1,500 baht if X-rays are needed.

- If deep cleaning is indicated, plan for 6,000–12,000 baht for the full mouth, potentially done over one or two sessions.

Bangkok makes it easy to keep your smile in shape without drama: clear packages, friendly English-speaking dentists, and prices that don’t require a long wai to your wallet. Call ahead, confirm what’s included, and you’ll walk out with cleaner teeth and a bill that feels same-same as what locals pay.