Aetna Dental Access

This is one of the largest dental discount networks available, providing enrollees access to over 61,000 available dental practice locations nationwide (according to the Aetna Enterprise Provider Database as of 10/1/2005). Participants can save 30%* to 50% on certain dental services. Actual costs and savings vary by geographic area. Simply present your ID card for immediate savings at the time services are rendered. Click here to find a dentist

* Anticipated national average dental charges for the 2005 calendar year based on the comparison of provider negotiated fees to national average charges.

Program Features and Highlights

• THIS IS NOT INSURANCE
• Over 66,000*** dental practice locations nationwide
• Online Dentist Lookup at www.dentallookup.com
• Save an average of 30 percent** and up to 50 percent* on everything from general dentistry and cleanings to root canals, crowns and orthodontia.
• Save on routine dental services such as x-rays and fillings.
• Save on specialty care such as orthodontics and periodontics where available.
• All dentists are credentialed and participate in a quality management program.
• No health restrictions
• Easy to use
• Present your card and save
• No paperwork, you pay the discounted amount at the time of your visit
• Use the card as many times as needed
• No predetermination of benefits required
• No referral required to see a Specialist
• Group rates available
• Purchase Now and Save!

*Anticipated national average dental charges for the 2005 calendar year based on the comparison of provider-negotiated fees to national average charges. Actual discounts will vary based on locations and services provided.
**Actual costs and savings vary by geographic region.
***According to the Aetna Enterprise Provider Database as of 10/1/2005.
 

How this Program Can Save You Money

Aetna Dental AccessSM is a discount or reduced-fee dental program. This program is designed for health conscious consumers looking to maintain their oral health and minimize their dental care expenses.

General dentists who participate in Aetna Dental AccessSM have agreed to accept the Aetna Dental AccessSM contracted rate as payment in full for services performed. A sample table of Aetna Dental AccessSM discounted fees can be found below.

Sample Discounted Fees and Savings

The sample table above is a small selection of common procedures discounted by Aetna Dental AccessSM.  The procedures discounted under Aetna Dental AccessSM offer similar savings to the sample above.

This fee schedule is only to be used as a guide to determine approximate prices for dental services in the geographic area noted. The discounted fee schedule amount reflects the average fee information currently available on our systems. Individual dentist fee schedules may differ. Aetna makes no guarantee as to the accuracy of any particular fee amount. In order to determine the specific rates for a dental provider, you should contact the dental provider directly.

1 Source: DentalPlans.com (DP.C) 2005 Survey of Sample Average National Dental Fees.  Fees may vary slightly by region. 

2 Discounted fees are listed for visits to a participating general dentist. Members will be charged the provider's Aetna Dental AccessSM contracted fees. Charges may vary from the sample fee schedule above. Consult with your provider prior to beginning any treatment. Lab fees may be additional.

This plan is based geographically by ZIP code in terms of provider participation and location. Fee schedules and savings may vary by ZIP code and by Provider within a ZIP code.