Health insurance for braces

Is it worth getting health insurance (extras) for braces? We look at orthodontics cover in details and answer frequently asked questions.

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My calculations have pointed to it only being worthwhile if you negotiate a longer payment plan (get more annual claims) and if you consider other extras into the equation.

Watch out of you move and have to change Ortho’s too - I “know of” a case where the continuing care added 30% to the cost …

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Yeah, it’s a very tricky value proposition. Certainly need to have a clear idea of what you’ll be claiming to make it work.

30%? Would be interested to hear about this case is you care to share the story.

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