Prices for dental services in Russia have risen steadily, with annual increases typically ranging from 10 to 15 percent. In a discussion on this topic, Andrei Yaremenko, President of the Russian Dental Association, shared insights that shed light on the direction of the industry. According to Yaremenko, the cost of dental care is climbing by about 10 to 15 percent, a rate that remains below the central bank’s key rate. This observation underscores a broader trend in which affordability is keeping pace with inflation, even as costs trend upward. [Citation: TASS]
Yaremenko emphasized that the quality of dental services has improved in parallel with rising prices. He pointed out that this enhancement is evident across public clinics, where the level of care and the adoption of advanced technologies can, in some cases, exceed what is offered in private facilities. The shift reflects ongoing modernization within the public healthcare system and a commitment to delivering higher standards of care to a broad population. [Citation: TASS]
Another notable development concerns the materials and supply chains used by Russian dentists. Up to 2022, the majority of materials were sourced from abroad. Following sanctions that led foreign manufacturers to withdraw from the Russian market, domestic suppliers accelerated import substitution. This pivot has driven a wave of local production and verification of supply resilience, with new domestic products entering clinics and laboratories. The industry has been actively evaluating performance, safety, and cost efficiency as it adapts to the changing market landscape. [Citation: socialbites.ca]
In related developments, observers have noted a broad push toward expanding payment options for goods and services. Discussions have highlighted the emergence of new methods that could ease consumer access to dental care and other essential services. This evolving financial environment is shaping how patients plan and pay for treatments, potentially smoothing out affordability concerns over time. [Citation: preceding coverage]
These shifts come amid a global context where consumer adoption of payment technologies continues to rise. While the specifics of each payment method vary, the overall trend favors convenience and speed. For dental patients, such changes could translate into more flexible budgeting for procedures, preventive care, and elective treatments. The conversation around financing aligns with a wider policy focus on modernizing public services and ensuring that high-quality care remains accessible to a wide audience. [Citation: preceding coverage]