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Those who are eligible for the fiscal year 2023 (2023) Those who were born between April 1, 1983 and March 31, 1984 |
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Special measures due to new coronavirus infection (extension of medical checkup period)
In light of the impact of the new coronavirus infection, the expiration date of the 40-year old comprehensive health checkup ticket will be extended.
No extension procedure is required. There is no change in the usage of the medical checkup ticket.
| Eligible persons | Those whose birthday is between December 1, 1979 and November 30, 1982 | |
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| Extension period | Those born between December 1, 1979 and June 30, 1982 | 6 months from the end of the validity period of the medical examination ticket (e.g., for those born in April 1982, until October 2023) |
| For those born between July 1, 1982 and November 30, 1982 | Until the end of December 2023 | |
About Periodontal Disease
Three-fourths of tooth loss in people over 40 years of age is caused by caries and periodontal disease. Periodontal disease affects the teeth and tooth-supporting tissues (gums and bones), and if left untreated, is a dreadful disease that can lead to tooth loss. It is also closely related to general health and is a risk factor for diabetes, arteriosclerosis, and many other diseases. The disease is painless and progresses without notice, so it is necessary to have regular checkups at the dentist’s office. If you have any of the following symptoms, you are at risk for periodontal disease: “I bleed when I brush my teeth,” “My gums are red and swollen,” “My gums have become thin,” and “I have bad breath.
Location
Dental clinics in the city
*You can also receive the examination at medical institutions (dental clinics) in other wards than the ward where you live.
For the latest information on medical institutions [dental clinics], please refer to the following website.
For wheelchair-accessible dental clinics, please contact the Kobe Dental Association (078-391-8020).
List of medical institutions (dental clinics)
Precautions for consultation
Appointment required
- Please make an appointment in advance and make sure to see the dentist during the period of validity (by the end of the month on the last day of your 41st year of life).
- Those who are currently undergoing treatment for periodontal disease are not eligible for the checkup.
Examination Contents
- Dental condition (check for carious teeth, bite, etc.)
- Gum condition (inflammation of gums, tartar buildup, periodontal pockets)
- Others (TMJ, abnormalities of mucous membrane, etc.)
- Dental health guidance based on the results of the checkup
What to bring
- Examination ticket (enclosed)
- Tooth brushing tools (toothbrush, toothpaste, interdental brush, toothpick, etc.)
Cost
Free of charge
If treatment or examination is performed on the same day, it will be covered by insurance and will incur a fee. Please ask for an explanation from the dentist. Health insurance card is required.
For inquiries about health checkups and examinations, please contact
Kobe City Kenshin Information Center
Phone: 078-262-1163 (8:40 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. except Saturdays, Sundays and holidays)
FAX: 078-262-1165
Reservations cannot be made at the Kenshin Information Center.
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