--- title: Dental Insurance May be The Missing Piece in Your Health Plan description: Having dental insurance in place doesn’t just help cover costs that can quickly add up from routine services. image: https://www.tmait.org/hubfs/June%202025/June_2025_Week_1_Dental.png --- - [800-880-8181](tel:800-880-8181) - [CONTACT US](https://www.tmait.org/contact) - [SELF-SERVICE PORTAL](https://tmait.aebsys.com/#/) [![](https://www.tmait.org/hs-fs/hubfs/TMA%20Insurance%20March%202019/Image/logo.png?width=197&name=logo.png)](https://www.tmait.org/) Topics All Accident Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Auto & Home Insurance Auto Insurance Business of Medicine Business Overhead Expense Insurance Comparing Insurance Providers COVID-19 FAQs Critical Illness Insurance Dental Insurance Disability Insurance Employed Physicians Family Featured Financial Advice Group Benefits Group Coverage Health Insurance Homeowners Insurance HSA Independent Contractor Independent Physician Individual Coverage Insurance For Good Insurance for Women Insurance Review Key Person Insurance Life Events Life Insurance Locum Tenens Medevac Insurance Medical Insurance Medical Practice Medicare Medicare Part D Medicare Supplement Medigap Nearing Retirement Office Overhead Expense Insurance Open Enrollment Personal Umbrella Insurance Pet Insurance Practice Management Practice Managers Practice Owners Prescription Drug Coverage Renters Insurance Residents Retired Physicians Retirement Short Term Disability Short-Term Medical Insurance Supplemental Hospital Indemnity Insurance Term Life Insurance Travel Insurance Vision Insurance Women Physicians Young Physicans Young Physicians ![Happy family of three smiling](https://www.tmait.org/hubfs/June%202025/June_2025_Week_1_Dental.png) [Residents](https://www.tmait.org/blog/topic/residents) # Dental Insurance May be The Missing Piece in Your Health Plan 7 June 2025 Dental Insurance May be The Missing Piece in Your Health Plan 4:51 It can be a tempting cost-saving measure to hold off on obtaining dental insurance. After all, you likely take good care of your teeth at home, with regular brushing and flossing. Yet, even the most diligent at-home care can’t replace the benefits of professional checkups – or the value of dental insurance in helping to protect your overall health and finances. Without dental coverage, a crucial piece of your overall long-term health care strategy may be missing. ## Better Coverage, Healthy Smiles Having dental insurance in place doesn’t just help cover costs that can quickly add up from routine services – it significantly increases the likelihood of regular dental visits and preventative care.  According to recent studies by the American Dental Association (ADA), dental insurance has a proactive impact on dental care than for those without it: - Among adults aged 19-65, those with dental insurance were 53% more likely to visit annually, compared to only 15% of those without it.1 - For adults aged 65 and over, this disparity widens further, with 74% of insured individuals visiting annually, versus only about 25% without insurance.1 This demonstrates a clear link – dental coverage directly leads to more consistent care  – which in turn helps catch issues early and prevent more extensive and costly treatments down the road. That’s why TMA Insurance Trust works with leading carriers to offer Texas physicians and their families affordable, comprehensive dental coverage options. [![We're here to help - CLICK HERE or call today](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/400074/70eb82ce-f11b-4db3-8359-134385e2c56b.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/400074/70eb82ce-f11b-4db3-8359-134385e2c56b)***[800-880-8181](tel:800-880-8181) 8:00 – 5:00 CST Monday – Friday*** ## Beyond Your Smile – Why Oral Care Matters While dentistry and medicine have traditionally existed independently, the gap between them is narrowing. Oral health isn’t just about your teeth – it’s part of systemic connections between oral health and overall well-being. As research increasingly shows2, poor oral hygiene can exacerbate or contribute to serious health conditions, including: - Cardiovascular disease - Pneumonia - Alzheimer's disease and dementia - Pregnancy and birth complications - Certain types of cancer Regular dental visits aren’t just preventative – they’re proactive. They’re part of the bigger picture, helping to reduce the risk of these health issues through regular cleanings and checkups. Regular visits could potentially enhance your longevity and quality of life – for a brighter future and a brighter smile. ## A Smart Money Move for TMA Members As a member, you have access to dental insurance plans, offered through MetLife, designed to fit your needs and your budget. Whether you’re transitioning off an employer plan, nearing retirement, or wanting to add another layer of protection, this coverage is a beneficial addition, helping to fill in the gaps traditional health insurance often leaves behind. **Here’s Why Dental Insurance Is a Wise Investment:** - **Smooth Transition:** Ideal if you or your spouse recently left an employer-provided dental plan, retired, or are anticipating employment changes that affect your current dental coverage. - **Guaranteed Acceptance**: Enrollment is easy, with no health questions or medical exams required. - **Comprehensive Coverage**: Reduce your out-of-pocket expenses with cost-effective premiums, low co-pays, and extensive coverage for preventive and restorative procedures. - **Savings3 for TMA Members**: Negotiated fees typically range from 35-50% below the average fees charged in a dentist’s community for the same or substantially similar services.4 - **Expansive Provider Network**: Enjoy convenience and choice with coverage accepted at over 475,000 in-network providers nationwide.5 ## Completing Your Coverage Investing in dental insurance isn’t just about avoiding unexpected costs – it’s about your overall well-being and financial peace of mind. The MetLife Plan is designed to save you money at every step, ensuring you receive 100% coverage for in-network preventative care6 and valuable discounts even if you opt for out-of-network providers. Have any questions or want to learn more? Our experienced advisors are just a call away and ready to help you and your family secure the right coverage. Call us at **800-880-8181** (Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, CST). Your smile and wallet deserve protection, with coverage that works as hard as you do. [![New Call-to-action](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/400074/d3dba10a-949d-4c65-a2f6-667c7655c8ed.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/400074/d3dba10a-949d-4c65-a2f6-667c7655c8ed) For over 70 years, TMA Insurance Trust advisors have been serving Texas physicians, their families and staff. TMA Insurance Trust prides itself on offering unbiased information and strategies to members, along with exclusive group rates on a range of quality insurance plans. 1. National Trends in Dental Care Use, Dental Insurance Coverage, and Cost Barriers, Health Policy Institute, American Dental Association, September 2024 2. Oral Health: A window to your overall health, Mayo Clinic, March 2024 3. Savings from enrolling in a dental benefits plan will depend on various factors, including cost of plan, how often participants visit the dentist and the cost of services rendered. 4. Negotiated fees refer to the fees that in-network dentists have agreed to accept as payment in full for certain services, subject to any co-payments, deductibles, cost sharing and benefits maximums. Negotiated fees are subject to change. Negotiated fees do not apply to non-covered services in states that prohibit limitations for services not covered under a plan. Participating providers in these states may charge their non-negotiated fees for non-covered services. 5. Based on MetLife internal contracting system analysis as of January 2024. 6. Preventive services are subject to frequency limitations. Please see your certificate for more details.   Like most group benefits programs, benefit programs offered by MetLife and its affiliates contain certain exclusions, exceptions, waiting periods, reductions, limitations and terms for keeping them in force. You may be financially responsible for copayments, deductibles, or any other amounts in excess of those MetLife is required to pay for covered services as described in your dental certificate and/or policy. Ask your MetLife representative for costs and complete details. **Metropolitan Life Insurance Company** | 200 Park Avenue | New York, NY 10166 ** [ Residents ](https://www.tmait.org/blog/topic/residents) [, Individual Coverage ](https://www.tmait.org/blog/topic/individual-coverage) [, Family ](https://www.tmait.org/blog/topic/family) [, Independent Physician ](https://www.tmait.org/blog/topic/independent-physician) [, Employed Physicians ](https://www.tmait.org/blog/topic/employed-physicians) [, Practice Owners ](https://www.tmait.org/blog/topic/practice-owners) [, Practice Managers ](https://www.tmait.org/blog/topic/practice-managers) [, Locum Tenens ](https://www.tmait.org/blog/topic/locum-tenens) [, Independent Contractor ](https://www.tmait.org/blog/topic/independent-contractor) [, Insurance for Women ](https://www.tmait.org/blog/topic/insurance-for-women) [, Insurance Review ](https://www.tmait.org/blog/topic/insurance-review) [, Women Physicians 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