Ask yourself the following questions before selecting a new dental plan:
- Will employees retain the freedom to choose their own dentists?
- Is the type of treatment determined by the patient and the dentist?
- Does the plan cover diagnostic, preventive and emergency services? Will it cover preventive services such as sealants and fluoride treatments, which may save patients money in the future? Will it provide for full-mouth x-rays?
- What type of routine dental care is covered? Does the plan cover crowns and bridges, braces, root canals, oral surgery and treatment of periodontal diseases?
- What major dental care is covered? Does the plan cover dentures, implants or treatment for temporomandibular disorders?
- Will the plan allow for referrals to specialists? If so, will the dentist be limited to a list of specialists from which to choose?
- How does the plan provide for emergency treatment? What provisions are made for emergency care when you are away from home?
- If the plan requires monthly premiums, what percentage of that money goes to actual care and not to overhead or administration?
Ask yourself the following questions before selecting a new dental
plan: Will employees retain the freedom to choose their own
dentists? Is the type of treatment determined by the patient and
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American Dental Association answered:Ask yourself the following questions before selecting a new dental plan:
