Dental

Dental

For a Healthy Smile

Did you know that good dental health can be linked to lower risk of diabetes, heart disease, and overall improved health? You can fix any problem and maintain your healthy smile with regular dental care through our dental plans.

If you need help selecting the plan that will best meet your needs, visit ALEX and see how he can help.

March: Autoimmune Disease Awareness Month

Autoimmune disease happens when the body’s natural defense system can’t tell the difference between your own cells and foreign cells, causing the body to mistakenly attack normal cells. There are more than 80 types of autoimmune diseases that affect a wide range of body parts. Here are some of the most common types:  Rheumatoid arthritis, Lupus, Celiac Disease Sjogren’s syndrome and multiple sclerosis.

Here are some articles on how these diseases can affect your dental health:

March: National Nutrition Month

Did you know that a good diet is a key part of your oral health? Make sure your diet in on track, which is essential for your dental health, by reviewing these flyers and articles.

March 20: World Oral Health Day

Consistent oral care and wellness habits are important during every stage of your life. So important, in fact, that World Oral Health Day is recognized internationally every March 20.  This holiday is the largest global awareness campaign on oral health and is meant to spread positive messages about the importance of good oral hygiene around the world.  Check out the following articles in support of World Oral Health Day.

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DHMO Plan

The DHMO works like a medical HMO plan, because you must receive your care from your primary DHMO provider. All employees under this plan must select a primary care dentist. Find a network provider at deltadentalins.com.

The premium cost of this plan is 100% covered by Aristocrat for all tier levels. This plan offers a full range of dental services and you pay a copay based on the type of service you receive. Please see the benefit schedule for a list of copays.

PPO Plan

The PPO dental plans offer you the freedom and flexibility to choose any licensed dentist. You receive the greatest savings when you visit a Preferred Dentist. If you visit a non-preferred provider, you will pay a percentage of the Reasonable and Customary (R&C) fee based on the dentist’s rates. Find a network provider at deltadentalins.com.

Virtual Dentistry

Virtual dentistry offers members convenient access to a Delta Dental dentist for answers to questions, quick checkups, second opinions or other oral health needs in between visits to the dentist’s office. Virtual assessments don’t count towards exam frequency limitations and are a covered benefit for Delta Dental PPO™ and Delta Dental Premier® members.

Virtual dentistry offers two kinds of virtual assessments:

  • Photo assessments within 24 hours for simple dental concerns, and
  • Live video visits when you want expert advice immediately or are experiencing pain.

For more information, please view the Delta Dental Virtual Dentistry flyer in the Downloads section.

Plan Features DHMO Plan PPO Plan 1000 PPO Plan 2000
In-Network Only In-Network Out-of-Network In-Network Out-of-Network
Calendar Year Deductible
(waived for Preventive Services)
Individual/Family
None $50 / $150 $50 / $150
Calendar Year Benefit Maximum None $1,000 $2,000
  You pay: You pay: You pay:
Diagnostic & Preventive Services
(e.g., x-rays, cleanings, exams)
No charge No charge No charge
Basic & Restorative Services
(e.g., fillings, extractions, root canals)
See copay list 20% after deductible 10% after deductible
Major Services
(e.g., dentures, crowns, bridges)
See copay list 50% after deductible 40% after deductible
Orthodontia
Adults/Children up to age 26
Up to $1,900 /
Up to $1,700
Not covered 50% after deductible;
Up to $2,000 lifetime maximum

See the Benefits Guide or benefit summaries for detailed information.

2026 Cost for Coverage (Per Paycheck)

Coverage Level HMO 1000 2000
Employee Only $0.00 $5.13 $13.73
Employee + Spouse/DP $10.94 $24.72
Employee + Child(ren) $17.68 $29.39
Employee + Family $26.20 $44.12

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