08/11/2025
PRSI Dental Cover
At O’Neill Dental Care in Swords, we understand how important dental health is and how PRSI contributions can help you maintain it affordably. Claim your PRSI dental entitlements and experience our modern, compassionate care.
What Is the PRSI Treatment Benefit Scheme?
The Treatment Benefit Scheme, administered by the Department of Social Protection, offers one fully covered dental exam per calendar year, plus subsidised cleaning (scale & polish) or a deeper periodontal treatment as needed. We submit the claim on your behalf.
Who Qualifies for PRSI Dental Entitlements?
Eligibility depends on your PRSI contribution record, which varies by age:
Under 21s and those aged 21–28: Typically need 39 contributions.
Ages 29–65: Usually 260 contributions in total, with 39 in the relevant year, or structured contributions over the last two to three years.
66 years and over: Special rules apply, but generally require 260 total contributions plus recent paid/credited contributions.
Dependent spouses or civil partners may also qualify on your PRSI record under certain circumstances.
What Treatments Are Covered?
Annual Dental Exam: Fully covered, no cost to you.
Scale & Polish: €42 subsidy; balance capped at €15.
The Treatment Benefit Scheme, administered by the Department of Social Protection, provides one fully covered dental examination per calendar year, along with subsidised cleaning (scale & polish) or a deeper periodontal treatment as needed. We submit the claim on your behalf.
Note: Restorative treatments, such as fillings, crowns, or extractions, aren’t covered under this scheme.
Book online at: https://oneilldentalcare.ie
or call: 018406550