Family Dental Insurance Guide

Why family dental insurance is a good investment

Maintaining oral health is important at every age. Unfortunately, dental care can get pricey—especially if every family member sees their dentist more than once a year for checkups and cleanings. And if cavities need to be filled, wisdom teeth need to be extracted, or braces are required to fix malocclusion, your wallet can certainly take a hit if you aren’t insured.

While a routine exam and X-rays might cost $100 or more, major services might cost hundreds—or even thousands—of dollars. Orthodontics may cost you thousands as well. Consider, too, that emergency dental care can put a lot of strain on your budget. So, in addition to anticipated dental care, you also need to consider the potential costs of unexpected treatments you might need from a dentist or specialist.

The solution is simple: affordable dental insurance plans for families can give you peace of mind that’s priceless.

Spirit dental insurance plans for families and kids

Here's what you can expect from our family dental plans with no waiting period:

• Two exams and up to three cleanings are covered each year for every member of the family
• Immediate coverage for major services like wisdom teeth extractions
• Coverage for children’s orthodontics from day one
• Up to a $5,000 annual maximum
• Choose any dentist or specialist

Get your free quote for family dental insurance today. 

Spirit dental insurance for children

At Spirit, we believe that starting early is the key to long-lasting oral health. Sure, you can brush your kid’s teeth and gums daily, but that’s only one step that you can take to ensure those teeth will remain healthy. Nothing beats the expertise of a dentist who knows how to thoroughly examine a youngster’s mouth for early signs of problems.

Periodic checkups and oral health education are the ideal strategies for preventing dental issues before they start. Plus, getting your child used to trips to the dentist can help them establish habits they’ll take into adulthood.

While we don’t have specific dental plans for kids, all children are covered when you opt for a family dental insurance plan. Once enrolled, all major plan details will be the same for everyone on that plan.  

Age-specific information*

With Spirit family dental coverage, you can rest assured that you’ll get the financial support you need when taking your kids to the dentist. Whether they need to go in for an annual checkup, they need a professional cleaning, or they’re ready to get braces to achieve a straight and beautiful smile, the right kids' dental insurance plan will have you covered. 

But there is some age-specific information to keep in mind with dental insurance for kids:

• For children to be eligible for coverage, the main plan applicant must be 18 years of age or older.
• Children are eligible for coverage under the Individual+1 and Family plans. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to enroll, and dependent children are eligible up to the age of 26.

Additional Resources

Need more information on how to keep your family’s teeth and gums healthy? Here are a few articles related to dental insurance for children:

• How to Prevent Bottle Rot
• Oral Care for Babies
• Help Your Kids Maintain Stellar Dental Health
• New Parent’s Guide to Toddler Oral Care
• Infants Thumb Sucking | The Dental Effects
• How to Choose the Right Dentist for Your Family

Orthodontics for kids are also covered

As your kid’s permanent teeth come in to replace the baby teeth, you might notice that they aren’t growing properly. For example, the teeth might be crowded or crooked, or there might be too much space between them. Beyond that, the bite might not be in proper alignment if there’s an overbite or an underbite. In all of these cases, failing to fix the problem might lead to complications in the future, and your child won’t have the lovely smile they deserve.

With a Spirit Dental plan for kids, you can rest assured that you'll be covered if your child needs braces. And that’s important because, on average, braces could cost anywhere from $3,000 to $7,000!

If you’re interested in learning more about dental insurance for children’s orthodontics, visit our orthodontic insurance page.  

Additional Resources

Need more time to consider orthodontics for your kids? Here are some of our informative blogs. 

• 5 Types of Braces
• Invisalign vs. Braces: Which Is Best for Your Teen?
• Overbites: Protect Your Kid’s Smile!
• What to expect with braces for your kids

Sources:

https://www.cdc.gov/oralhealth/children_adults/child.htm

*Spirit Dental is not a child-only dental plan. This plan requires the main applicant to be at least 18 years of age to be eligible for coverage. Minor children between the ages of 0 and 17 may apply for coverage, as long as a parent or legal guardian is enrolling in the dental plan. Our Denali Dental plan DOES have a Child-Only option.  To get a quote for a Child Only plan, please visit the following website: Denali Dental.