Well, not exactly. No plan covers everything. And dental benefits usually decrease as your treatment needs increase. If you're like most people, you're probably not sure. Here are some pointers to help you sort through the confusion as you read through your plan description.
Dental plans focus on preventive care.
So oral exams, cleanings, X-rays, sealants and fluoride treatments are the most common benefits in dental plans. And they're usually covered at a high level. In fact, dental benefit coverage typically decreases as dental care needs increase. That's because dental disease does not improve on its own. So, dental benefit plans are structured to promote oral health and contain costs by encouraging regular preventive care and early detection of disease.