The City of Dallas offers two dental plans through MetLife – Dental PPO and Dental HMO. Both plans offer valuable features to save you money on dental care.
Finding a MetLife participating dentist:
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www.metlife.com – click on “Find a Dentist”
- Enter your zip code and select your plan
- For DPPO dentists, choose PDP Plus as the network
- For DHMO dentists, choose “Dental HMO/Managed Care” then select Plan Name City of Dallas
Mobile App
Users must register on www.mybenefits.metlife.com before having access to the information on the app.
The Dental PPO plan offers coverage for preventive, basic & major restoration, as well as orthodontia.
| Plan Features | Dental PPO |
|---|
| | In-Network (% of Negotiated Fee) | Out-of-Network (% of Negotiated Fee) |
|---|
| Calendar Year Deductibles | $50 | $50 |
| Annual Maximum Benefit | $1,750 | $1,750 |
| Orthodontia Lifetime Maximum (Per Person) | $1,750 | $1,750 |
|
Coverage Type |
| Type A - Preventive* (cleanings, exams, fluoride, x-rays) | 100% | 100% |
| Type B - Basic Restoration (fillings, extractions, general anesthesia) | 80% | 80% |
| Type C - Major Restoration (crowns, dentures, bridges) * Implants not covered | 50% | 50% |
| Type D - Orthodontia | 50% | 50% |
* Plan covers two cleanings, exams and fluoride treatments (dependent children up to age 16).
Child(ren)'s eligibility for dental coverage is from birth up to age 26.
The DHMO Plan offers a wide range of dental benefits through a network of participating dentists. With this plan, you are responsible for co-payments associated with each covered procedure.
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Plan Features |
Dental HMO |
|---|
|
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Co-payment |
|---|
| Office Visit | $5 per visit |
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Preventive Services |
| Exams | $5 |
| X-rays | $0 |
| Sealants | $6 per tooth |
| Yearly cleanings (up to 4) | $5 - first two* |
|
Basic & Major Services |
| Crowns | $255 |
| Root canal | $95-$225 |
| Osseous Surgery | $200 |
| Extractions | $15 - $110** |
| General anesthesia & nitrous oxide (when medically necessary) | $0 |
|
Orthodontics |
| Adults | $2,400*** |
| Children | $2,600*** |
| Implants | See fee schedule |
*After first two cleanings, additional cleanings $45 adults/$35 children
**Higher cost for impacted tooth
***Additional charges for initial exam ($250), removable appliance therapy and fixed appliance therapy.
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