Dental Insurance
Company dental plans for employees
Having the right dental insurance can help you support your employees’ wellbeing while also maintaining employee morale and productivity in the long run. There are many levels of dental insurance available, providing cover for preventive care, such as cleanings and exams, as well as necessary treatments like fillings, root canals, and even orthodontic work.
NHS dentistry is facing an access crisis which is resulting in a decline in oral health, which is having an impact on people’s overall health.
We understand the connection between employee wellbeing and maintaining an engaged, motivated and productive workforce. Dental insurance that provides comprehensive coverage that meets your employee needs is a cost-effective way to support employee wellbeing.
Take a look at the UK dental crisis and the impact it is having on employee wellbeing.
Challenge
Across the UK, 25% of practices are reporting an open waiting list and over 1,000 dental practices have said that waiting lists were a year or more 2 , leading a greater demand for private dental treatment. Dental treatment can often be costly, and many people are put off going to a dentist due to affordability in the current cost of living crisis.
Support
By educating your team on the links between oral health and general wellbeing, and the importance of prevention, we can help to mitigate future risks and disruptions in your workplace.
Perform
Prevention is better than cure. Providing a dental plan encourages your people to get regular check-ups and the treatment that they need which will reduce the likelihood of absence or illness caused by oral health issues.
Challenge
Across the UK, 25% of practices are reporting an open waiting list and over 1,000 dental practices have said that waiting lists were a year or more 2 , leading a greater demand for private dental treatment. Dental treatment can often be costly, and many people are put off going to a dentist due to affordability in the current cost of living crisis.
Support
By educating your team on the links between oral health and general wellbeing, and the importance of prevention, we can help to mitigate future risks and disruptions in your workplace.
Perform
Prevention is better than cure. Providing a dental plan encourages your people to get regular check-ups and the treatment that they need which will reduce the likelihood of absence or illness caused by oral health issues.
What is a business dental insurance plan?
Providing a dental insurance plan for your employees can provide peace of mind for your team with access treatment when they need it, avoiding NHS waiting times or even being able to register with an NHS Dentist.
By providing access to dental care, your team can get regular check-ups and the treatment they need, reducing the likelihood of time off due to pain or illness caused by oral health issues.
You can choose from an employer sponsored scheme or a voluntary scheme where employees pay for the cover themselves, and there’s a range of benefits and levels of cover to suits businesses of all shapes and sizes.
What are the benefits of a company dental plan
The benefits of dental insurance for your employees
- Save money on expensive treatments
- Peace of mind – access to treatment when they need it
- Cover can include both routine and restorative treatments (fillings, extractions, crowns)
- Many company dental plans do not need initial examinations to determine the cost
The benefits of dental insurance for your business:
- Increased loyalty – demonstrates your commitment to the health and wellbeing of your employees
- Reduced absenteeism – enabling your employees to access dental check-ups and treatment when they need it
reducing the risk of absence due to oral health issues. - Options to suit businesses of all sizes and budgets
- Highly valued benefit that can be funded by the company or your employees
Choosing a business dental plan for your employees
An employee dental insurance plan should form part of your overall health and wellbeing programme – and should be tailored to suit the needs of your business and your staff.
Our approach and knowledge of this competitive and complex market will help you build resilience to the people risks within your business.
We’ll help you understand the challenges you face and explore the solutions available to mitigate these risks.
Employee dental insurance plans can be tailored to your requirements and include options such as:
Varying levels of cover to help control costs
- Cash back options toward preventative and restorative dental treatment
- Cover for family members
- Oral cancer treatment and support
- Worldwide emergency dental cover
FAQs
Both NHS private treatment can be covered, treatment carried out with any UK registered dentist.
No waiting periods.
Members will receive welcome / renewal packs but consider promoting this benefit with on-site or virtual presentations to gain further engagement and understanding.
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The UK dental crisis and the impact on employee wellbeing
