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Dental Insurance Inquiry: What is a Waiting Period?

December 8, 2025

Filed under: Uncategorized — edfamilydental @ 9:28 pm
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Dental insurance can be an effective way to reduce your out-of-pocket expenses for everything from routine exams to more complex procedures. Most of these policies are designed to promote proper prevention and include up to 100% of standard services, then usually also contribute 50% to 80% of other required treatments.

However, your plan might also include other restrictions before benefits take effect, such as a waiting period that must pass for them to be applicable. If you’re worried about the delay or are curious why it’s included, continue reading to learn more!

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