Dental Insurance vs. Discount Dental Plans - Which is Best?
Friday, February 16th, 2007You re looking to save money on your dental bills. But will dental insurance or a discount dental plan save you the most money? Here s a comparison that will show you which one is best for you.
Dental Insurance Plans
With dental insurance you pay a monthly premium for which you receive dental work. The plan provider reimburses your dentist for part of the work, usually 50% to 80%, then you re responsible for paying the rest.
Insurance plans usually have a set deductible and limits on the amount of services you can receive within a given year. There are also waiting periods of 3 to 12 months before you can receive dental treatment, and preexisting conditions are not covered.
Premiums for one person average out to $200 to $500 per year, and you can choose your own dentist.
Discount Dental Plans
With discount dental plans you pay a yearly premium for which you receive 10% to 60% discounts on all your dental work. There are no waiting periods before you can see a dent (more...)
