Dental Benefits
Partnered with Aetna Dental Access®, the Essential Care Program provides peace of mind for members with savings on dental needs. Aetna Dental Access® dentists go through a rigorous screening process, including a re-credentialing every three years.
Aetna Dental Access® plan provides members with, in most instances, 15-50% per visit savings on dental procedures at more than 213,000 available dental locations nationwide through one of the largest dental savings networks. There is no limit to how many times you can use the dental savings plan to save at the dentist—use your card over and over again to keep your teeth sparkling clean!
This dental savings plan has some great perks
Save 15-50%
Save on cleanings, x-rays, root canals, dentures, and more.
Orthodontics savings
Adults and children can save on ortho treatments, such as braces.
Cosmetic savings
Save on cosmetic work such as implants, teeth whitening, veneers, and more
No annual limits
No limit on how much you can use your plan or how much you can save each year
Quick activation
Start saving the day your plan activates, even on major procedures
No restrictions
No exclusions based on current dental conditions
Savings Examples
| SERVICE | RETAIL COST | Essential Care Program MEMBERS PAY | SAVINGS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comprehensive Oral Exam | $108 | $50 | 54% |
| X-Ray, Intraoral – Complete Series Including Bitewing | $163 | $87 | 46% |
| Cleaning – Adult | $124 | $67 | 45% |
| Cleaning – Child | $91 | $51 | 44% |
| Filling | $200 | $101 | 49% |
| Root Canal Molar | $1,189 | $851 | 28% |
| Comprehensive Orthodontic Treatment – Child | $5,991 | $3,549 | 40% |
*Actual costs and savings may vary by provider, service and geographic location. We use the average of negotiated fees from participating providers to determine the average costs, as shown on the chart. 1 The select regional average cost represents the average fees for the procedures listed above in Los Angeles, Orlando, Chicago and New York City, as displayed in the cost of care tool as of September 2018.
WHY the Essential Care Program plan differs from traditional Dental Insurance
| ADVANTAGES | Essential Care Program | TRADITIONAL DENTAL INSURANCE |
|---|---|---|
| No waiting period | ||
| No health restrictions | ||
| Cosmetic dentistry included | ||
| Orthodontia included | ||
| No age restrictions on children or seniors |
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Essential Care Program provides access to the Aetna Dental Access® network, which is administered by Aetna Life Insurance Company (ALIC). ALIC does not offer or administer the Essential Care Program discount program, and is not an affiliate, agent or principal of Essential Care Program. Dental providers are independent contractors and not employees or agents of ALIC. ALIC does not provide dental care and is not responsible for outcomes.
