Can you negotiate dental fees?

Do some haggling. If you don’t have insurance or your policy won’t pay for a particular procedure, ask for a discount. Start by looking at the “fair” prices in your area for your procedure at FAIR Health and Healthcare Bluebook. If your dentist charges more, negotiate. You can also ask about paying over several months.

Do all dentist charge the same price?

There can be wide variations in prices for the same dental procedures from different providers. Individual dental practices set prices for their offices based on market prices and the costs of doing business. These costs include rent, salaries, insurance, supplies and more.

Can you negotiate price with your dentist?

Where can I find low-cost dental care?

Where can I find low-cost dental care? There are a variety of resources for dental care, including local health departments, medical insurance programs, dental schools, clinical trials and state and local resources.

Where can I find average dental fees in my area?

FAIR Health’s website is FAIRly easy to navigate (sorry, I couldn’t resist!) All you have to do to find the average dental fees in your area is to go to fairhealthconsumer.org/dentalcostlookup and type your zip code in the box, and then type in a dental procedure or select one from their list.

Where can I go to get a cheap dentist appointment?

Public Dental Clinics These are taxpayer-funded clinics run by local or state health departments or by community health centers that get grants from the federal government. Many charge low, fixed prices or sliding fees based on how much you can afford.

Where can I get free dental insurance in my area?

State and Local Resources Your state or local health department may know of programs in your area that offer free or reduced-cost dental care. Call your local or state health department to learn more about their financial assistance programs. Check your local telephone book for the number to call.