No Dental Insurance - Dentist No Insurance


No Dental Offices Found We're sorry, but we could not find any results for your search. We suggest you try another ZIP code.

Home > Dental Health Info > Dental Visit Advice > No Dental Insurance?

No Dental Insurance?

No dental insurance? You're not alone. Nearly 45-million Americans are living without dental insurance coverage. What makes this statistic from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention especially troubling is the fact that enrollment in a dental plan is the leading indicator of your ability to access dental care. The reason most people give for not seeing a dentist? No dental insurance.

Lack of dental insurance is why millions put their dental health on hold ... often unnecessarily. Far too many people are delaying everything from simple preventive oral hygiene measures like regular dental visits to essential oral surgery procedures like wisdom teeth removal. It's important to know that not having dental insurance doesn't have to mean you can't see a dentist.

Cures for the “Need a Dentist No Insurance Blues”

Dental emergencies and chronic dental problems have a nasty habit of cropping up whether or not you're enrolled in a dental plan. If you're among the one in four Americans with no dental insurance coverage, there are several strategies you can pursue to get essential dental treatments.

Find a Dentist Now

• Thousands of quality dentists

• Dentists screened and selected just for you

• 98% customer satisfaction

• Over 7 million happy patients

FREE MATCHING SERVICE

Find a Dentist Today

Start here — We're available 24/7.

Enter Your ZIP Code: Please enter a new ZIP

No Dental Insurance Strategy 1 - Dental Payment Plans

Many dentists and dental specialists offer third-party dental payment plans specially designed for those who need to supplement or replace their dental insurance. An affordable alternative to making an upfront lump-sum payment, no-fee financing allows you to pay over time without incurring interest charges. Patient financing offers some advantages over employer-sponsored dental plans, including the ability to pay for preexisting conditions and elective cosmetic dentistry procedures. Applications for dental payment plans are available at participating dentists. Individuals with poor credit histories may need a cosigner to qualify for financing.

No Dental Insurance Strategy 2 - Dental Schools

Clinics affiliated with dental schools are a great source of quality, low-cost dentistry and orthodontic treatment. Dental students provide the care working under the watchful eyes of senior licensed dentists. Many dental hygiene schools offer people in their community preventive treatments like prophylaxis at little or no cost.

No Dental Insurance Strategy 3 - Clinical Trials

Research studies conducted by the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) often need volunteers with specific dental, oral and craniofacial conditions for clinical trials. Individuals who qualify for one of the programs may receive limited free or reduced-cost dental treatment for the condition under study.

No Dental Insurance Strategy 4 - Government Assistance

Medicaid, the Children's Health Insurance Program and state-run agencies like Denti-Cal in California provide dental care coverage for eligible economically challenged individuals. While participation guidelines vary, most programs offer comprehensive dental services for individuals under 21. Those over 21 typically qualify for emergency dental services only.

No Dental Insurance Strategy 5 - Free Clinics and Dental Charities

A large number of dentists, oral surgeons and dental hygienists are volunteering their time and services at free clinics run by dental charities. Following is a small sampling of non-profit organizations dedicated to meeting the dental health needs of low-income Americans:

- The Children's Dental Center (TCDC)

- National Children's Oral Health Foundation

- National Foundation of Dentistry for the Handicapped

- Project: Dentists Care

- Smiles for a Lifetime

- Give Back a Smile

- Christina's Smile

Don't let the "Need a Dentist No Insurance Blues" keep you from getting essential dental care.

Other Dental Visit Advice Articles


Advanced Technology Makes Root Canals Easier	How to Transfer Your Dental Records
Budget Friendly Dental Care: 1800Dentist.com	Learn About Health Savings Accounts For Dental Care on 1800Dentist.com
Dental Insurance 101: Important Facts You Should Know	Learn About the Risks Associated with Dental Tourism on 1800Dentist.com
Dental Plans	Learn How To Lower Dental Expenses on 1800Dentist.com
Dental Plans Video	Learn How To Minimize Dental Pain on 1800Dentist.com
Dental Tourism Study Underway: 1800Dentist.com	Millions of Americans Lacking Dental Care: 1800Dentist.com
Dentist Reviews Video Tip	Need Dental Care Now? Make Monthly Payments With CareCredit®
Dentist Shortage Based on Location Not Quantity: 1800Dentist.com	New Mouthwash Targets Tooth Decay: 1800Dentist.com
Dentistry Tools for the 21st Century: 1800Dentist.com	No Dental Insurance? Take a Bite Out of Dental Expenses: 1800Dentist.com
Embarrassed That It’s Been So Long Since You've Seen a Dentist?	Read "Dentists Arrested For Lacking License to Drill" on 1800Dentist.com
Factors Impacting Dental Care Costs: 1800Dentist.com	Save Money and Skip These Dental Care Products: 1800Dentist.com
Find Out Why Preventative Dentistry is Important with 1-800-DENTIST	Simple Changes to Improve Dental Health: 1800Dentist.com
How $100 Can Save You Thousands on Dental Care	Speaking With a Dentist: Things to Ask, Tools to Use
How The Economy Has Impacted the Dental Industry: 1800Dentist.com	Talking About Your Medical History With Your Dentist
How To Be a Good Dental Patient: 1800Dentist.com	Time to Take Your Own Dental Advice? No!
How to Prepare for Dental Visits	What Do Changes in Dental Implant Technology Mean for You?