Dental insurance in Spain for expats — covering check-ups, fillings, extractions, crowns, orthodontics and emergency treatment. Generali dental plans with English-language service, arranged by our English-speaking agents in Jávea. Standalone dental policies or dental add-ons to your existing health insurance. Free quote — 966 461 625.
👤By Andrew Turner · Exclusive Generali agent since 2001 · DGS Registry C0467B54657010 · Mediador Colegiado · Last reviewed May 2026
⚡ Quick Answer — Dental Insurance Spain
Included in health insurance?Emergency only — full dental needs separate policy
Starting costFrom ~€15/month standalone
Waiting periods2–6 months for non-emergency treatment
Emergency dentalFrom day one on most plans
NIE required?No — passport number accepted at start
ProviderGenerali — English documents and support
Why You Need Separate Dental Insurance in Spain
The Spanish public health system (SNS) provides very limited dental cover — primarily emergency extractions and basic treatments, mainly for children. Adults receive almost no NHS-equivalent dental treatment. Private health insurance in Spain typically covers dental emergencies only — pain relief and emergency extractions — but not routine care, fillings, crowns or orthodontics.
To access comprehensive dental treatment in Spain without paying full private rates, you need either a standalone dental insurance policy or a health insurance plan with a full dental add-on. Most expats on the Costa Blanca either pay dental bills out of pocket (expensive) or take out dedicated dental insurance (cost-effective for regular users).
What Dental Insurance in Spain Covers
Generali dental insurance in Spain is available at two levels:
Basic Dental Cover
Annual check-ups and X-rays
Scale and polish (hygienist)
Simple fillings (composite and amalgam)
Simple extractions
Emergency dental treatment from day one
Comprehensive Dental Cover
All basic cover above
Root canals (endodontics)
Surgical extractions
Crowns and bridges
Periodontal (gum) treatment
Orthodontics (subject to waiting periods and age limits)
Partial dentures and prosthetics
Implants (on selected plans)
All dental insurance plans in Spain operate through a network of approved dental clinics. You choose from the insurer's approved dentist network rather than any clinic. Generali has one of the widest dental networks in Spain, with multiple clinics in the Jávea, Dénia, Moraira and Altea area.
Add dental to your health insurance: If you already have Generali Salud Opción Premium or EXPAT Medcare health insurance, adding dental cover is simpler and usually cheaper than a standalone policy. Contact us on 966 461 625 to discuss the options.
Dental Insurance Spain — Cost
Dental insurance in Spain costs approximately:
Basic dental policy: €15–€25/month
Comprehensive dental (no orthodontics): €25–€40/month
Full dental including orthodontics: €35–€60/month
Dental add-on to existing health policy: typically €10–€20/month extra
Dental insurance in Spain becomes cost-effective very quickly — a single crown costs €500–€800 at a Spanish private dentist, and a root canal €400–€600. For anyone expecting regular dental treatment, the annual premium pays for itself with one or two procedures.
Basic Spanish private health insurance (seguro de salud) does not include comprehensive dental cover — it typically includes dental emergencies only: pain relief and emergency extractions. Full dental treatment — check-ups, fillings, crowns, bridges, orthodontics and implants — requires either a dedicated dental insurance policy or a health insurance plan with a dental add-on. Generali offers dental insurance in Spain as a standalone policy or as an extension to Salud Opción Premium and EXPAT Medcare plans. Contact us on 966 461 625 to compare options.
Dental insurance in Spain costs approximately €15–€25/month for a basic standalone policy covering preventive care and basic treatment. Comprehensive dental insurance including orthodontics and implants costs €35–€60/month. Adding dental cover to an existing Generali health policy is typically €10–€20/month extra — the most cost-effective option if you already have health insurance with us. Most plans have a waiting period of 2–6 months for non-emergency treatment, but emergency dental (pain, extractions) is available from day one.
Dental insurance in Spain typically covers: check-ups and X-rays, scale and polish, fillings, extractions (simple and surgical), root canals, crowns and bridges, periodontal (gum) treatment, orthodontics (subject to waiting periods), and emergency dental treatment. The specific coverage depends on the plan tier. All Spanish dental insurance policies operate through a network of approved dentists — you select a clinic from the insurer's network. Generali has a wide dental clinic network across the Costa Blanca including Jávea, Dénia, Moraira and Altea.
Yes — dental insurance in Spain can be arranged using your passport number before your NIE is issued. Once your NIE is issued it can be added to the policy. There is no separate"expat dental insurance" category — the same Generali dental policies are available to expats and Spanish residents alike. We arrange all policies in English with English-language documentation and support.
Dental implants are covered on selected comprehensive dental insurance plans in Spain, typically subject to a waiting period of 12 months or more and an annual or lifetime limit on implant costs. Not all plans include implants — basic and mid-range plans usually exclude them. If implants are a priority, discuss this specifically when taking out a policy. We can advise on which Generali dental plans include implant cover and what the limits are — call 966 461 625.
More questions about dental insurance in Spain?Contact us for free English-speaking advice — 966 461 625.