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In reply to the discussion: Dental Insurance [View all]

LogDog75

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4. Overall, I'd say it's worth it
Mon May 4, 2026, 12:41 PM
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As you age, chances are your going to have dental problems and sometimes it becomes expensive. For most procedures like exams, cleanings, and filings the insurance will cover it. For more expensive procedures like tooth implants, insurance covers only a small portion of it and you're left with the rest of the bill. Remember, dental insurance is like health insurance and the insurance companies are loathe to approve expensive procedures.

I'm retired and have dental insurance and this year, I had two teeth pulled and replaced with implants. Total price was around $11,000 and insurance only paid about $3,000 of the bill.

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