歯が痛いので診てもらえますか
はがいたいのでみてもらえますか
My tooth hurts. Could you examine it?
POINTBasic form of symptoms + request
Beauty/Health
Dental Appointment
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This page helps foreign residents and long-term visitors handle "Dental Appointment" with daily Japanese phrases for living in Japan, practical examples, and common mistakes to avoid.
What this page helps you say in Japan
This page focuses on Dental Appointment and teaches useful Japanese phrases for daily life in Japan, including natural replies, polite alternatives, and practical wording for foreigners living in Japan.
What You'll Learn on This Page
- Reservation and explanation of symptoms
- location and degree of pain
- Consultation on treatment policy
- Confirm insurance coverage/self-pay
- Next appointment and frequency of hospital visits
Practice Phrases (10 Total)
右下の奥歯が冷たいものでしみます
みぎしたのおくばがつめたいものでしみます
My lower right back tooth aches with cold things.
POINTSpecify the part
虫歯になっているかもしれません
むしばになっているかもしれません
I might have a cavity.
POINTSelf-diagnosis declaration
歯茎から血が出ます
はぐきからちがでます
My gums bleed.
POINTInforming about the possibility of periodontal disease
保険証を持ってきました
ほけんしょうをもってきました
I brought my insurance card.
POINTInsurance coverage confirmation
治療にはどのくらい通う必要がありますか
ちりょうにはどのくらいかようひつようがありますか
How many visits are needed?
POINTConfirmation of hospital visit plan
痛み止めを処方していただけますか
いたみどめをしょほうしていただけますか
Could you prescribe painkillers?
POINTPost-treatment medication consultation
ホワイトニングは可能でしょうか
ホワイトニングはかのうでしょうか
Is whitening available?
POINTMost self-pay treatments are consultation-based.
歯列矯正の相談もできますか
しれつきょうせいのそうだんもできますか
Can I also consult about orthodontics?
POINTOrthodontics costs around 1 million yen
次回の予約は来週の土曜でお願いします
じかいのよやくはらいしゅうのどようでおねがいします
I'd like my next appointment for next Saturday.
POINTSpecify specific date and time
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Practice with ECHO App →Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can health insurance cover dentistry?
A. Basic treatments such as tooth decay, periodontal disease, and tooth extraction are covered by insurance (30% burden). Teeth whitening, orthodontics, and implants are generally paid for out of pocket.
Q. Which dentist can speak English?
A. There are many English-speaking dental clinics in Tokyo and Osaka. You can also search for "English speaking dentist" and see the list of embassy recommendations.
Q. How long is the treatment period?
A. Tooth decay 1-3 times, root canal treatment 3-6 times, periodontal disease treatment 3-10 times, orthodontics 2-3 years. Regular checkups are also recommended every 3 to 6 months.
Q. Is there a painless treatment?
A. Anesthesia injections, laughing gas anesthesia, intravenous sedation, etc. are available. The number of clinics that offer "painless treatment" is also increasing.
Q. Is preventive dentistry covered by insurance?
A. Tartar removal as a treatment for periodontal disease is covered by insurance. Self-pay cleaning (PMTC) costs about 6,000 to 15,000 yen.