Emotions run high for pre-retirees. The retirement cloud comes in 2 forms—one part white and fluffy (no more work!) and another dark and ominous (no more benefits?!?).
Medicare doesn’t cover dental—including procedures, care, or devices. Medicare will only cover it if it’s required as part of overarching medical care or procedure.
Get your head out of the clouds and refocus your retirement. Here are 3 ways to plan ahead:
1. Take care now.
Neglecting dental care now can lead to larger health issues down the road. Many medical emergencies happen unexpectedly. Fortunately, you can control your dental health. Brush and floss daily and see the dentist for regular check-ups. Find out your dental health score.
2. Consider alternatives.
Though Medicare doesn’t cover dental, there are other options. Medicare Advantage plans typically offer hearing, vision, and dental coverage. These plans aren’t right for everyone, so look at your state’s offerings to see what’s best for you.
Delta Dental of Colorado has partnerships with Kaiser Permanente and Rocky Mountain Health Plans. Learn more about their offerings.
3. Investigate low-cost resources.
Less than 1 in 6 pre-retirees have ever attempted to estimate health care costs during retirement, according to a report by Merrill Lynch. While you’re budgeting, add these low-cost dental resources to your list. Delta Dental of Colorado also offers an individual dental product that may fit in to your budget.
Plan now for a stress-free and healthy retirement.