When it comes to maintaining oral health, many rely on their dental insurance to keep costs within their budget. Now, over 77% of Americans have coverage; however, according to a survey by the Urban Institute’s Health Policy Center, the cost of services is still a leading reason people do not go to their dentist regularly. Often, it is because many do not understand how their benefits work. They remain unsure about what procedures and treatments are covered. As a result, they simply skip their appointments until after a significant problem develops.
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