Sverigedemokraterna Proposes Expanding Dental Care Reform to All Ages with 10 Billion SEK Budget

Sverigedemokraterna (SD), led by Jimmie Åkesson and group leader Linda Lindberg, has put forward a political proposal to widen Sweden's recently introduced dental care reform to cover all age groups nationwide instead of only seniors aged 67 and older. This bold expansion aims to ease the financial burden of dental treatment for every Swede.

Currently, as of January 1, 2026, a state-backed high-cost protection scheme covers 90 percent of dental costs up to 10,000 kronor for individuals 67 years and older. This reform is projected to cost the government approximately 3.4 billion kronor this year. However, Sverigedemokraterna estimates that extending this protection to the entire population would require an annual cost of about 10 billion kronor.

Linda Lindberg emphasized in parliamentary discussions and media that this dental care reform extension is a pivotal part of their electoral platform. She argued that no one should have to choose between paying rent and accessing necessary dental care, advocating for equitable support across all age groups. The party plans to pursue implementing this expanded reform in the next legislative term, contingent on maintaining voter trust.

While the party leader Jimmie Åkesson was expected to present this proposal at a press conference, he did not attend. Nonetheless, the party’s commitment to this issue remains clear as they push for increased state support to make dental care more affordable nationwide.

This proposal highlights ongoing political engagement in Sweden’s health policy landscape surrounding dental care affordability and the role of government subsidies in ensuring access for all citizens, not just seniors. The significant budget increase reflects the party’s willingness to invest heavily in public health if elected.