Regular readers will definitely know that I endorse taking care of your teeth and have an obsession with expensive toothbrushes, however a lot of people forget that along with whitening, brushing and flossing you really do need to sign yourself up for some form of dental insurance.
I was reading an online survey recently which showed that 45% of the women polled had been put off going to the dentist because of the costs involved. NHS dental treatment in most of the UK is charged in three bands, regardless of the length of the course of treatment you receive. This means it only really works out cost effectively if you are having a course of treatment.
Dental insurance can give you the peace of mind to know that, if you do need to go to the dentist the bill isn’t going to make you pass out. Yes, you may have to pay a small premium per month but when 1 extraction can cost around £85 it seems worth it in the long run, as toothache is not something that you can ignore.
I am insured through AXA, who have also teamed up with Tesco Personal Finance, and the service I have received from them has always been impressive. When you think how much a lot of us spend on handbags and shoes the cost of dental insurance seems extremely reasonable to safeguard your health.
What I really like about the Tesco website, aside from all the insurance information, is the section with tips on dental health such as this information about flossing
“Flossing helps to remove the plaque and bacteria from between the teeth and under the gum line, helping to prevent decay and gum disease. It can be an uncomfortable feeling at first but with regular flossing your gums will get used to the sensation.”
I know a lot of people who do not floss so I would definitely encourage you to give the website a read and get a few tips.
Do you have dental insurance? How do you feel about flossing?
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