Dental Insurance vs. Discount Dental Plans…which is right for me? Let me start by saying that you will be ahead of the game no matter which option you select.

Good dental care is essential to overall good health. Many employers do not offer dental benefits to their employees. Luckily you can find affordable coverage that will allow you and your family access to quality dental care.

Dental Insurance works very much like health insurance. After paying a premium you are eligible for dental services from network dentists. Indemnity plans allow you to select any dentist and receive reimbursement according to the plan’s design. Coverage is usually subject to deductibles, co-payments and pre-existing conditions. After a waiting period all types of service will be covered. Many plans cover routine exams with no payment required. If you anticipate larger expenses in the future, Dental Insurance can help limit your overall out-of-pocket expense.

Discount Dental Plans apply a discounted rate to all dental services received by a plan dentist. Some plans allow for free routine exams. Because the cost for these plans is very low and there are no deductibles, co-pays, pre-existing condition exclusions, etc., you often get more for your money. It pays to look at the benefit schedules for each plan to see which provides the biggest discount for services you anticipate needing.

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