Vhi DeCare Dental Starter

No waiting period for the first 6 months (Ends 30th September 2010) - We've designed your dental plan so it is easy to use and understand and gives you and your family maximum flexibility and peace of mind. Our goal is to help you maintain healthy, happy smiles all year round. Take a few minutes to read this through and familiarise yourself with the coverage and numerous advantages offered through Vhi DeCare Dental.

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Dental Starter benefits

Dental Starter benefits
    No waiting period applies to investigative and preventive treatment. Benefits include:
  • Examinations - 70% of charge up to a maximum of €18 (child benefit).
  • Scaling and polishing - 70% of charge up to a maximum of €42 for adults and 70% of charge up to a maximum of €29 for children.
  • X-rays - 70% of charge up to a maximum of €31 for adults and 70% of charge up to a maximum of €18 for children.
    A 3 month waiting period applies to basic treatment. Benefits include:
  • Fillings - 50% of charge, up to a maximum of €55.
  • Sealants - 50% of charge, up to a maximum of €25.
  • Extractions - 50% of charge, up to a maximum of €40.
  • Emergency treatment at home or abroad - 50% of charge, up to a maximum of €35.
  • Gum disease - 50% of charge, up to a maximum of €60.
    A 12 month waiting period applies to major treatment. Benefits include:
  • Root canal treatment - 40% of charge, up to a maximum of €245.
  • Dentures - 25% of charge, up to a maximum of €215.
  • An excess of €100 applies to all major treatment.
    The annual maximum for all categories is €750 per member per year. Maximum amounts stated may vary based on the specific treatment performed.

Health & wellness information

Health & wellness information
  • Access a wealth of health and well-being information on www.vhi.ie

  • Access to articles on dental and oral health and our oral health guidebook.
  • Ask the Dentist - submit your dental query online to our dentist Dr. Gerard Gavin.

Get the most out of your dental plan

Get the most out of your dental plan
  • Make Vhi DeCare Dental a part of your routine. Visiting a dentist on a regular basis can help you avoid unnecessary dental problems and additional expenses.
  • Talk to your dentist. During your dental surgery visit, talk to your dentist to determine your specific oral health needs, if treatment is required and what options are available.
  • Get reimbursed. After your course of treatment is complete, submit a completed Vhi DeCare Dental claim form, along with an itemised receipt, to get reimbursed for all eligible services, per your plan. Your dentist will provide you with an itemised receipt on request.
  • Take advantage of a tax rebate. We make it easy - at the end of the year, we send you a detailed breakdown of all services that are eligible for further government tax rebate (needs to be submitted with a Med2 form to the Revenue Commissioners).
  • Visit www.dentalcouncil.ie (Dental Council) and www.dentalhealth.ie (Dental Health Foundation) to keep you abreast of dental affairs in Ireland.

Choosing a dentist

Choosing a dentist
  • Is the dental surgery easy to get to from your home or job?
  • Does the dentist explain techniques that will help you prevent dental health problems?
  • How are after-hour emergencies handled?
  • Is information provided about fees before treatment is scheduled?
  • Does the practice have the ability to treat any special needs you may have?

Terms And Conditions

  • Child rates apply to children under 18 years of age. Student rate, where applicable, applies to any dependent over 18 and under 21, in full time education.
  • All amounts displayed are net of tax relief, which has been deducted at source.
  • Vhi Healthcare members do not pay surcharges on any instalment payments. The price remains the same whether you pay monthly or yearly.
  • If you have any questions or would like further information, please call us on CallSave 1850 44 44 44 and we'd be delighted to help.
  • Please note: The above information is intended as a guide only and does not form part of a contract. A copy of the rules of membership will be issued on registration or may be had in advance on request.
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