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.

October: Menopause Awareness Month

Just like the rest of your body goes through changes during menopause, your teeth can experience some shifts too.   A shocking 84% of women 50+ don’t know how menopause affects their oral health. It’s time we started talking about it, and Delta Dental is leading the conversation. By understanding the link between menopause and oral health, women can help improve their oral and overall health.  For more information on how menopause affects your oral health, review the articles below.

October: National Dental Hygiene Month

Review the flyers and articles below for valuable information on dental cleanings, toothbrush and toothpaste, keeping your breath fresh, the cost of a cavity and many more oral issues during National Dental Hygiene Month.

October: National Orthodontic Health Month

Want straight teeth? Braces are one of the most popular ways to go.  However, having braces is no excuse to slack on dental hygiene. Check out the articles below for information, tips, and tricks to keep your teeth and gums healthy during your orthodontic treatment.

October 31: Halloween

Halloween is one of the scariest holidays for teeth, but all candies are not equally frightful. Some of the sweets in your children’s treat bags have the potential to do more damage to teeth than others. If you have a sweet tooth, choose wisely.

Check out the articles below for tips, and tricks to keep your teeth and gums healthy during Halloween. And check out the fun Halloween themed Monster Mouths treat!

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.

2025 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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