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Dr. Kim E. Stiegler
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General Cosmetic and Reconstructive Dentistry
Mobile, Alabama
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CAN YOU GET AFFORDABLE DENTAL CARE WITHOUT INSURANCE?

2/24/2018

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Dental care is often put off because of concerns about the cost. Many people delay having preventive care or treating dental conditions until they can obtain Dental Insurance. The reality is that good Dental Care can be affordable with or without Dental Insurance. Dental Insurance premiums in many cases exceed the amount of dollar benefits that are actually spent by the Insurance Company on dental services. If your employer offers Dental Insurance as a tax exempt benefit it can certainly help offset some of the expenses of dental care especially preventive care. Purchasing individual Dental Insurance with your earned after tax dollars can often cost more than the actual benefits received and can also restrict your access to a limited number of Dentists.


Having your teeth examined regularly can enable you to prevent and treat dental problems early at a significant decrease in cost. Even if you have put off Dental Treatment for a long time and you suspect that you need a lot of care, it is important to have this seen and evaluated by a Dentist. You may be surprised to learn that there may be some affordable options to treat your problems. Speak to your Dentist about your concerns about cost. Often there are conservative alternatives to treating your immediate needs allowing time for you to phase in more extensive treatment over time while alleviating your immediate pain and cosmetic concerns. Expensive Crowns can sometimes be avoided by using less expensive esthetic bonded fillings. Early dental caries can often be arrested, eliminating the need for fillings.




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​If you have already been to a Dentist and have been told you need a lot of expensive care it may be in your best interest to seek a second opinion from another Dentist. You may find another Dentist who can offer you some conservative cost effective ways to handle your Dental needs.
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Taft Hill Orthodontics link
12/10/2021 05:56:17 pm

Thanks for this very educational blog post Dental insurance is not the same as medical insurance. Dental insurance is frequently affordable and can assist in preventing or resolving dental problems before they develop into significant difficulties.

A dental plan is a long-term investment, as it safeguards not just your teeth, but also your family's health. Dental plans include routine exams, fillings, crowns, implants, and root canal therapy in addition to tooth decay treatment.

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Joseph Dean link
1/20/2023 05:19:07 am

Dental insurance is a great way to be prepared for unexpected dental emergencies. Having dental insurance has helped me and my family receive the treatment and care we need. Thanks for sharing your information with us, it is greatly appreciated.

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