In February 2008, I joined the Dent-All Plan (Careington CarePOS). I had been searching for a dental insurance or a discount dental plan for a good while. I am 72 years of age, and have been uninsured since retiring at the end of 2003.

My last dental exam under my employment PPO plan was a disaster, to say the least. The dentist told me I needed several crowns, several fillings, and a few existing fillings were to be replaced because "they might loosen up." I was not shown any X-rays, or given any further information about the work to be done. My cost under my plan would be around $2500. Since I had always taken good care of my teeth, and I wasn't having any problems, my gut feeling was that maybe I was going to be helping pay for the dentist's new car, rather than getting the dental care I needed.

Upon joining the Dent-All Plan, I found a dentist about five minutes from my home. My first visit, of course, included X-rays and an oral exam. The dentist went over my X-rays in great detail, and to my surprise and delight, he said I didn't need anything done except a routine cleaning. He specifically discussed that I had healthy bones and teeth, and that several cosmetic procedures were available in the event I was interested. (I have a chipped upper front tooth and a small space between my lower front teeth. Both these conditions have existed most of my life, and at my age, I don't feel they are urgent problems.)

My bill for that day was $82, but would have been something over $200 without the discount dental plan. I returned about two weeks later to get a cleaning. The procedure was routine, which surprised me, given the elapsed time since my previous cleaning. Both the dentist and the dental hygienist commented that I had no plaque buildup and that I must be brushing and flossing regularly and correctly. My bill for the cleaning was $32 and would have been $82 without the Dent-All Plan discount.

These experiences have pretty much restored my faith in dental care professionals. I can honestly say that my latest dentist appears to be among the most professional, knowledgeable, and caring dentists I have known. All of the personnel in this office are very caring individuals and seem to have a genuine interest in their patients. In searching for a discount dental plan, I had looked at several other websites, and was particularly impressed by the DentalPlans.com website. The ease of navigating the site, choice of plans, available dentists, and other information were instrumental in my joining this plan.

I will certainly recommend the website and discount dental plan to my family members and acquaintances. On a scale of 1-10, my experience with the Dent-All Plan thus far has definitely been a 10!

I'd just like to take the time to say thanks for being there when I needed you. I signed on with Careington back in December of 2007, and I have to tell you it has already been worth the investment. At the time that I signed on, I had been a member of Blue Cross-Blue Shield for many, many years. It's amazing what companies don't tell you, or what we don't take the time to learn about what they offer.

I went into my dentist office in December and she indicated to me that I should think about a partial for an area which had been void for a long time. Partials are not cheap, and when I was told exactly how much Blue Cross Blue Shield would not cover, I was shocked. DentalPlans.com came through, however, and for about half the cost, I now have a partial. The dentist’s assistant suggested getting a supplemental to help and pointed me in your direction. So, I'm giving them all the credit.

As for your company, I would recommend you to anyone. I know that the dental office will continue to do so as well. Thanks for the help. There is no better supplemental out there that I know of.

A few years ago, my husband was told by our then dentist that he needed a root canal. Well, what can one do? Then when he was told the cost, we were in shock. It cost as much as the roof replacement we had just had done to our house!

My husband mentioned that we were retired and did not have dental insurance, but the only concession that the dentist offered was a payment plan. Well, when a second root canal was needed, that was it. We told the dentist not to begin the work, and I looked online for some help.

Luckily, I stumbled upon DentalPlans.com, found their website very user-friendly and easy to navigate, and searched in our area. Voila - the Avia plan included a dental group right in our town! We figured it was worth a try. (Anything was better than practically needing a home-equity loan for your teeth!).

We discovered a very friendly, competent, and professional dental office, and saved money right away - more than half off the cost of the root canal alone. Since then, we have had all of our check-ups, cleanings, and dental crowns - all of our dental work - done at this office. There is no doubt that by now we have saved thousands of dollars.

We have recommended both this dental office, as well as DentalPlans.com, to many people, and we personally know of one family who has also signed up and is very happy. They are a younger family with children, and have found this office delightful and quite accommodating for children also. For anyone who is hesitating, just wait until you are told you need an expensive procedure! Then you will be like us, and make sure you sign up every year with DentalPlans.com.

My permanent bridge came loose and then fell out. I did not have a dental plan. I went to a dentist I found in the phone book, and he examined my mouth and gave me an estimate of $6,934.00. After I came to, I went online and contacted DentalPlans.com. They signed me up with the Avia Dental Plan. I went to the dentist on their plan, which was 1 mile away from my home. He gave me a price of $2,686.00. I am smiling now and showing off my new bridge. I had savings totaling $4,248.00. Thanks ever so much. I am truly a happy camper.

Who knew that spending $100 could save me $1600?

I work for a small non-profit. With fewer than five employees, we are not eligible for group health, dental, or vision programs. My fiancée is self-employed, so we pay out of pocket for his benefits. A combination of fear, tight finances, and good old procrastination left me without dental work for almost a decade.

Once it became apparent that I could wait no longer, I sat down at my computer to face the music. One quick search led to DentalPlans.com. I was looking for a plan that could cover both of us even though we're not yet married. I called customer service and was immediately connected to a friendly, cheerful woman who asked me just a few quick questions. She recommended Avia, a plan that would cover both of us and offered hundreds of providers within a 15-minute drive.

On the day of my first appointment, they asked me about my coverage. No sooner did I say “Avia” than the woman behind the counter said, “That’s really good.” After consulting with my dentist, I learned that I needed over $3000 worth of dental work… but my Avia plan brought the total down below $1500 – which could all be financed at a very low interest rate.

Since then, I’ve recommended DentalPlans.com and Avia to dozens of people. I couldn’t be happier with my plan, benefits, service, and savings. It’s been a real lifesaver for our finances and our health—and it’s saved us $1600 in just two months. Thank you for offering this service!

I am very pleased with my dentist. Thank you!

At age 20, I began having headaches and was diagnosed with migraines. I went through many tests, MRIs, cat scans and other various tests to determine the cause. I struggled with the headaches for over 20 years and used migraine-type medications. In 2001, one headache was so severe that I was transferred to the local hospital. A doctor never came into the room ... it was considered a migraine, so I got a shot of Darvocet and was sent home.

The lack of interest by the physicians bothered me. I decided to follow up with a new dentist to check for any other possible issues. I was sure that I had a tooth that needed to be pulled. After doing the round camera picture test, the dentist noticed an abnormality around the tooth. A wisdom tooth had been slowly growing up through my cheek. Underneath the tooth there was a large tumor in the sinus area. After a cat scan, they found the tooth in my eye socket. I was immediately rushed to surgery and during the surgery, my entire sinus/jaw area caved in and the doctor was concerned this was cancer. I'm thankful it wasn't cancer. However, I needed reconstruction and treatment. The change in this situation was that I had no more headaches. These stopped immediately. I learned that if it hadn't been for the dentist checking more thoroughly and caring enough to listen to my medical complaint, the tumor would have burst very quickly and I could have died.

The hospital I was taken to a week prior showed no interest in my medical condition and assumed the headache was migraine. The dentist found the problem and immediately referred a surgeon. Surgery was performed, damage cleaned and my jaw/sinus area was rebuilt. All was taken care of and I'm doing fine; no headaches ever. The dentist saved my life and I will always be grateful for the extra time and concern he gave me. I respect my dentist. I believe he is a very conscientious and exceptional dentist.

I would highly recommend everyone who doesn't have dental insurance coverage to get a discount plan through Dental Plans.com, Inc. The plan I have has, over the past couple of years with them, saved me several hundreds of dollars for checkups, x-rays, fillings, etc. My dentist is very personable and always shows me comparisons of what it would cost without my plan. I certainly appreciate it.

For a couple of years before I purchased my dental plan, I had to pay full price for any dental care received. Thank heavens I found Dental Plans.com and was able to purchase the plan that I did. Thank you Dental Plans.com.

It had been 5+ years since I last went to the dentist’s office. My last visit (under my mother’s insurance because I was still in college), ended with two crowns. When I left, my dentist of 10+ years told me that I will most likely need another crown, or maybe two, in a few months to a year. Well, five years later I could feel one of my back teeth decaying and I had a few sensitive areas. Most likely these were cavities. I brush twice a day and use mouth wash like no other, but I've never been good at flossing. So, it came to the point where the pain was getting unbearable and I had to do something about it.

I began researching online for different insurance plans, since my full time job doesn't offer one. After about two/three hours of searching online, while at work, I stumbled across this site. It didn't take long to find a plan that would suit my needs. I found a plan that was definitely within my budget and jumped on it right away. Within a few weeks, I had my first dentist appointment.

Since then, I've received new X-rays, and I'm going on three cleanings. In a few more weeks, I'll be getting the surgery that I've needed for years. It's a huge relief knowing that I'll be able to chew food again without having to think, "OK, this food is tough; chew it on the left side", or "this food is super cold; better use the right side of my mouth.”

I tell everyone I know without dental insurance to get on this site because dentists are expensive, and everyone knows it. Any discount will help. I've saved over $200, almost $300. After learning about all the side effects of having bad teeth, what's $120.00 a year for a little happiness? Thank you to everyone at DentalPlans.com for helping me get back to a normal life. This is one of the best investments I've made in a while. Cheers to you!

DentalPlans.com has been a blessing for me and my wife. When we retired, we lost our company’s dental plan. My wife went through Chemo and Radiation treatments for cancer. It was very hard on her teeth. To make a long story short, DentalPlans.com has saved us money and peace of mind. Thanks for being here for us.