I need some help. Here is my scenario, and I don't want any political comments, just advice on a solution if you know of one. Thanks!
(1) We have medical insurance.
(2)...
Adam, per some of the other comments above, you can use a site such as http://www.brighter.com/ to find much lower, previously negotiated fees with dentists in your area.
Blair J. replied:
I do dental claims and have for 12 years now. Pediatric dentistry sometimes is filed as a regular dental claim but either way, unless you foresee major issues with dental it is ALWAYS cheaper to pay out of pocket. And Aetna discount plan is the #1 best bang for your buck when it comes to discount plans but they also do not make a dent in saving you money if it is just for cleanings.
Joshua H. replied:
Adam this is a great question. Keep in mind that a lot of the Dental Discount plans are agents or resellers of other programs. I know this because I am a partial owner of a Prescription Benefits Manager. If I were looking for a dental plan outside of my normal coverage I would directly contact http://www.careingtonbenefitsolutions.com/ They are based out of Dallas, TX and this is their program they are not a reseller. If you want vision go to www.vsp.com that is who I used 215 for year and that included Michelles coach glasses, and dr. visit. Good luck hope you find what you are looking for. If you need help on prescription let me know I can help there also.
Alisa P. replied:
We have BlueDental Choice Plus with BCBS. It covers our whole family, affordable, covers pediatric (even the sealant they put on children's teeth now to prevent cavities), and ortho. I've track premium cost vs. what we would have pd out-of-pocket on a spreadsheet for three years and thus far we're ahead with having the coverage. I did that because so many ppl told me dental coverage wasn't worth the cost, but I would have to say that would be based on your premium and family’s needs; and some “needs” we weren't expecting. Hope it all works out for you and the family.
Bryan B. replied:
Adam Bishop. Call me, I saw both sides of this at the dentist office.
Anne B. replied:
When we moved to NC, I lost my dental plan I had at work. We go to the tech school for cleanings...10.00 a cleaning including other things like x-rays, etc. We use a plan through Dentalplans.com for other things. It is a discount plan that only costs about 150.00 per year. They have a list of dentists that provide the discount. They do vary so check out the prices before you select a dentist. Since they off a family plan, I assume it has pediatric care. When we were in Augusta, GA, we got Melodie's braces through the Medical College of Georgia and she had the premier orthodontist in the area overseeing her work since he taught there. Any dental schools around? Perhaps Emory. I have done the math for us...two old fogies, and since the plan is so cheap, even when we need work done it balances out. Not sure if this would be true for kids. I'll pray about this that the Lord leads you to the right decision. I Completely understand the issue. PS...check out the list of dentists on the plan before you purchase at dentalplans.com. Some places have a good selection and others dcon't
Aly F. replied:
Go to dentalplans.com - you can get affordable dental savings plans there. You don't always save as much as you would with regular insurance, but it's what I had for the years between leaving my job that provided dental and marrying my husband and getting on his dental plan.
Darius S. replied:
Also...check Cigna dental. Its who we use through lowes.
I am in search for a good dentist here in Celina, Prosper or even Frisco. I also need a pediatric dentist for my young girls. Any suggestions?
Sandy C. replied:
I love Dr. Gilson in Prosper. Our whole family goes to him. Great Christian and great with kids. 972-346-2080
Ariana T. replied:
I use Dr Jerrit Davis. Eldorado near toll. They are so so nice, and friendly, and fast:) my kids go there too. Ages 13 and 3
Jessica E. replied:
We love love Celina Family Dentistry!
Misty D. replied:
We couldn't use Celina Family b/c of insurance. We use Hallock Dental in McKinney. He had to pull one of my kids teeth pretty late in a work day. He called when he got home that night to check that our kiddo was feeling ok & make sure there were no complications.
Shelley C. replied:
We love Roberts Dental Ranch, in Prosper. Our kids are 13, 8 and 3...they all love it there.
Hailey A. replied:
We love Stonebriar Pediatric Dentistry in McKinney. Dr. Brister is amazing! My sons ask/beg to go to the dentist because of him!
Cheryl A. replied:
Dr Patel in Prosper.
Stefanie S. replied:
Dr ganjoor in Celina. On Preston just west of carter ranch. Celina family dentistry. Dr g is awesome. They see kids also. But my kids go in McKinney. (Just because they have been going there for a while...).
Need a good children's dentist here in Frisco that will not break the bank! Lol
Amanda B. replied:
Look on Dentalplans.com. They have affordable discount dental plans that go into effect immediately. You can search for dentists on there that accept plans in your area before you buy.
Dana L. replied:
McKinney Pediatric Dentistry is our favorite
Sarah J. replied:
Frisco Dentistry for Kids. Ty is the best!
Shawn W. replied:
John Roberts in Prosper
Lena M. replied:
Morgan loves Dr. David McCarley and his staff. He just added a new dentist to his office. I met her and she seems very nice.
Lena M. replied:
Dr. McCarley is in McKinney
LeAnn G. replied:
Frisco Dentisrty for kids Mallory Loves it there
Shawna P. replied:
Frisco Dentistry for Kids
Allison K. replied:
Mini Molars at Eldorado and the Tollway. They are awesome! Kinsey's appt was $198 without dental insurance.
Tracy R. replied:
Paul Rubin by Baylor Frisco. I've known him since I was a teenager. Great guy, great office
Kaci W. replied:
Drive over to Texas Pediatric Dentistry on Custer. Dr. Tim Brister and Dr. Jodi Tenney best in town!!! Even if it's a bit on the edge of Frisco.
Shawna P. replied:
Paul Rubin is great too
Tracy R. replied:
Paul Rubin is very ethical as well married to my friend Staci Shapiro (Florance Shapiro's daughter).
Kim H. replied:
Dr. Mitchell at Frisco Mini Molars. She's one of my sorority sisters. My kiddos love her!
ISO great pediatric dentist in Frisco area. Who do you recommend and why? Thanks In advance.
Amber R. replied:
We have used dr Mila Davis at healthy smiles since my son was 2. He's now 7 and we just took our 15 mos old daughter to her for the first time. Highly recommend. They are really good. She is located in the Walmart shopping center area near 423 and Eldorado.