It hits quietly, like so many other disappointments in this world. You pay your premiums. You play by the rules. You carry your health insurance card like a shield, thinking it will protect you when life does what it does, i.e. unfolds unexpectedly.
But one day, you sit in a dentist’s chair. Your mouth is numb. Your heart is not. And you are handed a bill that feels more like a betrayal than a receipt. You ask the receptionist if it is covered. She shakes her head gently. "Not under your plan."
That moment? That is when you first realize the cruel difference between dental and medical insurance in India. This is when we feel our medical Insurance is more like a broken promise. Once the insurance premium is paid, they will cover our expenses as per their terms and conditions. And those conditions are more in favour of the Insurer than the Insuree.
If you are also among those who keep asking, “Why doesn't my insurance cover my dental care?”
Here is the breakdown…
1. Medical insurance in India focuses on hospitalizations, surgeries, and emergencies. Dental and skin treatments? Usually excluded, or covered only after an accident, with lots of paperwork and tiny limits.
2.Dental Assurance is rare. And when available, it is packed with exclusions, waiting periods, and network restrictions. Preventive dental care. Cosmetic dental procedures. And routine checkups are almost never included.
Result: You face high out-of-pocket costs. Delay necessary care. And worry about surprise dentist bills. Just like others, whose search goes on for affordable dental insurance plans in India.
Why does Traditional Insurance in India feel so frustrating for Dental Care?
The real pain points for a broken dental insurance system are…
1. Crippling out of pocket cost
Routine dental care? Not covered. Preventive checkups? Barely reimbursed.
Most standard health insurance policies either exclude dental care altogether or slap on tiny OPD caps like ₹2,000 here and ₹3,000 there. That too after long waiting periods. It is no wonder people skip or delay essential dental care.
2. Lack of coverage and accessibility
Want coverage for braces, cleanings, or even cosmetic dental procedures? Too bad. Traditional insurance only steps in after an accident. And you are bound to take treatment at network hospitals. Ones which you may not trust or prefer. Stand Alone dental plans? Hardly exist.
3. Doctor and Treatment choice
You trust your dentist. But Traditional Insurance says: “Use ours or pay out-of-pocket.”
This is not care. It is a compromise.
4. Complex Process
Paperwork work for Insurance claims is like a maze. Hidden exclusions. Waiting periods. Fine print. By the time you are done, you have spent more time chasing paperwork than recovering from your treatment.
5. Lack of Transparency
What is covered? What is not? How much will you get back?
Most policies leave you guessing. And guessing leads to surprise bills and frustration.
How IDDA Flips the Script (and Solves Your Problems)
Let’s break down exactly how IDDA turns chaos into clarity…
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Sr no |
Your Frustration |
Traditional Insurance |
IDDA as a solution |
|
1 |
High Cost |
Pay most expenses yourself |
Partial reimbursements up to ₹1 Lakh as per subscription plan |
|
2 |
Limited Coverage |
Covers Only accidents or select OPD, excludes preventive/cosmetic treatments. |
Covers preventive, cosmetic & restorative care |
|
3 |
Doctor choice |
Restricted network |
Choose from 150+ doctors onboarded on IDDA based on location, expertise, experience and patient reviews. |
|
4 |
Waiting period |
2-3 years for dental claims |
Get reimbursed in 30 days from payment made via IDDA web portal |
|
5 |
Paperwork |
Tedious, slow, unclear |
Hasselfree, digital first, transparent reimbursement process |
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6 |
Unclear Info |
Vague terms, hidden exclusions |
Upfront reimbursement calculator, clear coverage, instant support |
Why should you trust IDDA?
1. Dental and Derma subscription plans start at just ₹599/year for individuals, ₹899/year for families, and ₹4999/year for Pro plans.
2. Get reimbursed for all OPD dental treatments. From cleanings to braces. No questions asked.
3. No paperwork, no waiting, and no hidden fees.
4. Everything goes digital. Subscribe. Book, pay, and track your treatment and reimbursements on IDDA web-portal.
5. See what is covered and how much you will get back before you book.
6. Backed by 150+ trusted doctors and clinics.
Dental insurance isn’t the same as medical insurance. Most health plans don’t cover your everyday dental or skin care. That is where IDDA comes in. We cover what others skip cleanings, checkups, even cosmetic treatments. No paperwork. No Premium. No Fine print.
Choose your doctor. Know the cost upfront. And get reimbursed. Simple. Affordable. All digital.
No guesswork. Just smooth, stress-free care.
Want a healthier smile and real savings?
Join 5k + subscribers who have made the switch to IDDA.
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