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The Affordable Care Act and Dental Care For Children
The ACA states dental care for children is an “Essential Health Benefit.” A few states do, or are considering, making kids’ dental coverage mandatory. If your state runs its Marketplace, it will also determine other variables like deductibles, co-pays, and co-insurance.
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ACA Dental for Self-Employed People
One of the stated goals of the ACA was to provide affordable healthcare benefits to Americans who may not have had the ability to purchase them in the past. Traditional healthcare and dental insurance policies have long been virtually unattainable for people who are self-employed, but that is changing.
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Affordable Dental Care for Older Adults
Older adults can have unique oral health needs and barriers to accessing dental care, according to the National Poll on Healthy Aging. Good oral health is essential to overall health regardless of the number of birthdays you've celebrated.
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Dental Insurance and the ACA FAQs
In this post: Affordable Care Act Marketplace Basics What Is an Open Enrollment period? The open enrollment period is when you can purchase or change a health insurance plan through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace. Open enrollment currently begins in early November and ends in mid-January. Those dates have varied over the years. Check…
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What is a Dental Discount Plan?
Regular dental care is crucial for overall health, but seeing the dentist as often as you should may be financially challenging. Dental treatments can be expensive, and traditional dental insurance may not always offer the coverage and flexibility that everyone needs. Enter dental discount plans, also known as dental savings plans. These plans have gained…
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How to Lower Your Dental Bills
Dentist’s prices for a specific treatment can vary by several hundred dollars or more. If you get a seemingly high quote for care, check the average prices in your area for that same treatment using a website like Fair Health. You can also call local dentists and see what they charge for the treatment you…
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How Long Can a Child Stay on Their Parents’ Dental Insurance?
If you added your child as a dependent on your dental insurance, it’s important to know that they can’t stay on your plan forever. Let’s take a look at how long your child can remain on your dental plan and what options are available once they reach that certain age.
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Happy World Smile Day!
October 1, 2021 is the twentieth anniversary of World Smile Day. Founded in 2001, it’s a way to honor the memory of commercial artist Harvey Ross Ball, who created the smiley face that we all know and love . Smiley Face was initially inspired by the need to calm down an office full of really…
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How to Whiten Dentures: Do’s, Don’ts, and Tips
Dentures are an essential part of many people’s lives, providing the comfort and confidence to eat, speak, and smile without hesitation. However, over time, dentures can become stained and discolored, causing them to lose their luster and aesthetic appeal. This article will help you understand how to avoid staining/discoloring your dentures, as well as how…
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What’s The Best Affordable Dental Insurance?
Maintaining good oral health is crucial for overall well-being, but the cost of dental care can often be a barrier for many people. Dental insurance offers a way to reduce these expenses helping to ensure that essential dental treatments, particularly preventive care, is accessible. Dental insurance may not be the right, or most affordable, option…