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While not as critical as health insurance, it is important to look after your teeth. To ensure the health of your teeth, look for these seven things when researching dental insurance plans.

1. Cost

Take the time to compare different annual maximum coverage every year, as well as procedure caps. You should be visiting your dentist twice a year, so determine how much will be paid each year for at least two annual visits.

2. Out of Pocket

You will have to pay out of pocket costs. Depending on how many people are being covered by the policy, you may want to go with a carrier who has low out-of-pocket deductibles.

3. Area

Most insurance coverage requires you to visit specific dentists in your area. Find out about the dentists covered within the plan and what their cost per visit is. You may be able to use your current dentist if you discuss it before signing up for the insurance.

4. Waiting Duration

All insurance carriers have waiting periods before you can make your first visit. Make sure you know the waiting period before committing to an insurance carrier.

5. Major Procedures

Hopefully, you will only need regular check-ups, but make sure that major procedures are also covered by the plan. You will need to find out from the carrier what is major and what is considered normal procedures.

6. Cosmetic Procedures

It is unlikely that many cosmetic procedures are covered by the policy. If you want your teeth bleached or whitened, look for plans which offer to cover part of the cost.

7. Review Rankings

Take the time to read the reviews about different dentists. If a policy only covers dentists who have numerous negative reviews, you should keep looking for better ones with more positive reviews.

An extra penny spent for the credibility and quality will be worth it. Be informed and make wise decisions for happy teeth.