Generally, you will have a check-up every six months. Dentists perform most routine procedures, and anesthesia is usually only given upon request. Dental cleaning is often not part of the basic treatment.
Emergency dental care
For emergency dental treatment outside practice hours, first call your dentist. They will have an answering machine that will tell you how to contact the emergency dentist (spoedhulp tandarts).
Orthodontist and oral surgeons
Orthodontists and oral surgeons have waiting lists.
Insurance
Dental care for those aged 18 and over is generally not included in the basic health insurance package (although there may be some exceptions). You can, however, take out supplementary insurance to cover some of the costs.