Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) provide medical coverage for more than 4 million low-income Texans. The programs cover half of all children in the state and help provide care for two-thirds of people in nursing homes.
On average, individual dental insurance plans in Texas may range from $20 to $50 per month, while family plans could range from $50 to $150 per month. Please note that actual costs can differ based on various factors.
In most cases, Medicare doesn't cover dental services like routine cleanings, fillings, tooth extractions, or items like dentures.
Seek Dental Care: Even without insurance, it's important to see a dentist as soon as possible. Delaying treatment can lead to more serious problems. State and Local Resources: Check for state or local health programs. Some areas have specific programs that offer dental care based on income or urgent need.
You can enroll in either the State of Texas Dental Choice PlanSM preferred provider organization (PPO) or the DeltaCare® USA dental health maintenance organization (DHMO) plan. Both cover a range of services such as preventive cleanings and exams, fillings, extractions, crowns and non-cosmetic orthodontic services.
The State of Texas Dental Choice Plan is a self-funded, Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan administered by Delta Dental that focuses on prevention, early diagnosis, and treatment to help you stay healthy.
If you are an undocumented or a non-US citizen here in the US, you may feel that you can't buy dental insurance. That is not the case. Dental insurance is available for non-US citizens, including undocumented immigrants and those without social security numbers.
TEXAS Grant is available to undergraduate students who are Texas residents and meet specific residency requirement, academic criteria, and demonstrate financial need. The FAFSA or TASFA (S.B. 1528 students) serve as the TEXAS Grant application and no other forms are required.