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Seeing a dentist when you are a Baby Boomer
on a fixed income can be expensive. The good news is
that there are inexpensive dental plans you can join for
just a few dollars monthly. While they don't cover all
the dental costs, they do provide substantial discounts on
dental services. Discount dental plans, designed to
provide significant savings on members' dental care needs,
have quickly become an attractive alternative to costly
dental insurance.
Generally speaking, dental plans entitle you
to a discount on dental services. Baby Boomers can avail
themselves of these discounts at any registered dentist.
Dental discounts are quite different from the dental
insurance. Dental discounts can cover all dental problems
whether it is pre-existing or not.
Joining a dental plan has several advantages
for Baby Boomers on a fixed income:
The main catch is that you have to use a
dentist that accepts your plan. Also, you must pay the
dentist for the balance (after discount) on the day of
service (unless you personally make arrangements otherwise
with your dentist).
Recommended Websites
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AARP.org - The AARP has a partnership with Delta
Dental to provide inexpensive dental plan coverage for
seniors. If you are an AARP member, this is the
way to go. Their plans offer 50-100% discounts on
dental procedures up to a maximum of $1,200 annually.
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DentalPlans.com - Provides excellent
overview of all dental plans offered under their
umbrella. Good place to acquaint yourself with
what is available and get pricing comparisons.
Unlike many others, this is a reputable operation with
solid credentials.
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