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Beginner's Guide to Discount dental Plan

Discount dental plans are designed for individuals, families and groups looking to save money on their dental care needs. Participating Dentist (dental care) providers have agreed to accept a discounted fee from plan members as payment-in-full for services performed. As a dental plan member, you simply show your membership card when visiting any participating dental plan provider to receive dental care services at discounted fees.

Choosing the Best Discount Dental Plan for You
Our aim is to make easy things for you to make an informed decision when choosing a dental discount plan. Our easy-to-use website allows you to conveniently browse our extensive selection of national and regional dental plans. compare the benefits and savings offered by each dental plan in your area with our convenient comparison chart. Many of our plans even offer additional benefits to help you save on prescription, vision, chiropractic and hearing expenses as well. Once you find the plan that is best for you, joining is quick and easy. Purchase your plan online or by phone with a credit card or electronic check. Then access your Member’s Area on our website to receive your Online Membership Package instantly.

Why Join a Discount Dental Plan
Joining a discount dental plan will allow you to save money on quality dental care. Protect and preserve your family’s smile and overall health with one of our popular family plans. Our qualified Customer Service Representatives will assist you in finding the right plan and participating provider in your area.

Benefits of our discount dental plans include:

  • Choose from 100,000+ participating dentists in more than 30 combined regional and national dental networks
  • Savings of 10% to 60% on most dental procedures
  • Easy-to-use search tools and plan comparison charts
  • Immediate online enrollment and quick plan activation
  • Qualified Customer Service Representatives to assist you
  • No unnecessary paperwork hassles
  • No health restrictions
  • Discounts on dental specialties available with most plans

These are just a few of the ways we save America money on quality dental care.

Start Saving with Your Discount Dental Plan
Once you’ve joined the discount dental plan that’s right for you, you can start saving on quality dental care right away. Most plans activate within two business days after enrollment.

Once you’ve printed out your membership card and Online Membership Package in the website Member’s Area, use our dentist search to find a participating dental care provider in your area and make an appointment. Be sure to mention the dental plan listed on your membership care when contacting the participating provider. Simply present your membership card when you arrive to your appointment to ensure that you are charged discounted fees according to your dental plan. Payment for services performed is due at the time of service, and there are no paperwork hassles or tedious claim forms to worry about. Saving money on your smile has never been so easy!

What Procedures are Covered?
Discount dental plans offer savings on a wide range of dental procedures. Here is a short list of procedures discounted by most of the plans we offer:

  • Examinations
  • Cleanings
  • X-rays
  • Fluoride treatments
  • Root canals
  • Braces
  • Dentures
  • Wisdom teeth extractions
  • Gum surgery
  • Dental implants
  • Fillings
  • Crowns
  • Bridges
  • Plus many other dental procedures

Sample savings can be found throughout our website for any dental plan we offer. Try our Browse Plans or Compare Plans search tools for more details.

Take the first step toward a healthier smile with our “Step 1” search below. Start saving money on quality dental care today!

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