Dentistry Benefits

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Our Members on Option A and Option B are covered for various basic and advanced dentistry services, including extractionsfillings and denture repairs.

Dental benefit limits

This is a shared family dental limit used to fund all dental practitioner claims for In and Out of Hospital treatment.

Family

OPTION A

Paid from Capitation Benefits.

Dental benefit limits
This is a shared family dental limit used to fund all dental practitioner claims for In and Out of Hospital treatment.

  • Member: R4,460
  • Member+1: R5,310
  • Member+2: R7,400
  • Member+3: R8,910

Option A Benefits

  • Option A members are covered only for Basic Dentistry.
  • Benefits include consultations, X-rays, cleanings, fillings and restorative treatment, extractions, treatment for pain and sepsis, dentures and associated laboratory treatment.
  • Two check-ups per beneficiary per year (once every 6 months).
  • One extra-oral X-ray per beneficiary in a 3-year period.
  • A fissure sealant and fluoride treatment is limited to beneficiaries younger than 16 years of age.
  • Fillings are granted once per tooth in 720 days/2 years.
  • One set of plastic dentures (an upper and a lower) per beneficiary in a 4-year period.
  • Two partial metal frames (an upper and a lower) per beneficiary in a 5-year period.
  • Orthodontic treatment limited to individuals between the ages of 9 and 18 years for functional impairment once per beneficiary per lifetime and one beneficiary per calendar year.
  • Moderate/deep sedation in the dental rooms – Benefit limited to extensive dental treatment for children younger than 7 years and removal of the impacted teeth.

Conditions:

  • Benefits are subject to Scheme protocols.
  • Moderate/deep sedation in the dental rooms – Benefits are subject to clinical appropriateness and pre-authorisation.
  • The Dental Practitioner account is subject to the dental financial limits.
  • For queries, benefit confirmations, a list of network dentists or to file claims, contact DENIS at:
    Tel 0860 104 932 or Email customercare@denis.co.za.

OPTION B

Paid from Capitation Benefits.

Dental benefit limits
This is a shared family dental limit used to fund all dental practitioner claims for In and Out of Hospital treatment.

  • Member: R9,520
  • Member+1: R10,930
  • Member+2: R12,710
  • Member+3: R14,310

Option B Benefits

  • Option B members have access to Advanced Dentistry
  • Benefits include consultations, X-rays, cleanings, fillings and restorative treatment, extractions, treatment for pain and sepsis, dentures and associated laboratory treatment.
  • Two check-ups per beneficiary per year (once every 6 months).
  • One extra oral X-rays per beneficiary in a 3-year period.
  • Fissure sealant and fluoride treatment are limited to beneficiaries younger than 16 years of age.
  • Fillings are granted once per tooth in 720 days/2 years.
  • One set of plastic dentures (an upper and a lower) per beneficiary in a 4-year period.
  • Two partial metal frames (an upper and a lower) per beneficiary in a 5-year period.
  • Orthodontic treatment is limited to individuals between the ages of 9 and 18 years for functional impairment once per beneficiary per lifetime and one beneficiary per calendar year.
  • Comprehensive root canal treatment, crown and bridge work including associated laboratory costs, implants and bone regeneration, orthodontics, periodontics, maxillo-facial surgery and oral pathology.
  • Orthodontic benefit – Benefit for fixed comprehensive treatment: Limited to individuals from age 9 and younger than 18 years of age.

Conditions:

  • Benefits are subject to Scheme protocols.
  • Advanced dentistry is limited to Prescribed Minimum Benefits (PMB).
  • Advanced Dentistry benefits are subject to Scheme protocols and pre-authorisation.
  • Orthodontic benefit – To qualify for Orthodontic benefits a beneficiary must be younger than 18 years when treatment starts but may be older than 18 years while treatment is ongoing.
  • For queries, benefit confirmations, a list of network dentists or to file claims, contact DENIS at:
    Tel 0860 104 932 or Email customercare@denis.co.za.

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MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
OPTION A
Option A for younger members and younger families offers more flexibility and peace of mind.
OPTION B
With Option B we make it possible for the main member to cover up to eight child dependents.