What Is Voluntary Dental Coverage?
Voluntary dental coverage provides employees with access to routine and major dental care at reduced costs.
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Plans typically include benefits for:
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Preventive care (cleanings, exams, X-rays)
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Basic procedures (fillings, extractions)
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Major services (crowns, root canals)
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Orthodontic options (when available)
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Coverage helps reduce out-of-pocket expenses while encouraging preventive care.
Why Dental Coverage Matters
Dental care is often delayed due to cost concerns — leading to more serious issues later.
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Providing access to dental coverage helps employees:
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Maintain long-term oral health
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Catch issues early
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Avoid larger, unexpected expenses
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Protect overall health
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Strong dental benefits contribute to employee well-being and confidence.
Why It Strengthens Your Benefits Package
Dental coverage is one of the most requested voluntary benefits.
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Offering it:
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Increases employee satisfaction
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Enhances recruitment appeal
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Encourages preventive health habits
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Adds value with minimal administrative burden
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Because it is voluntary and payroll-deducted, implementation remains streamlined and efficient.
How It Works
Step 1 – Consultation
We review your business structure and identify appropriate plan options.
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Step 2 – Employee Education & Enrollment
We provide clear communication and assist with enrollment.
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Step 3 – Payroll Integration
Deductions are handled cleanly through payroll for ongoing simplicity.
The Fidelis Approach
Benefits should be:
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Clearly explained
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Professionally administered
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Easy for employers
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Valuable for employees
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We handle communication, enrollment, and support — reducing your administrative workload while increasing employee access.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is dental coverage required?
No. Coverage is voluntary and employee-elected.
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Does the employer pay for this coverage?
In most cases, the plan is employee-paid through payroll deduction.
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Is preventive care included?
Most plans include preventive services such as cleanings and exams.
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Is setup complicated?
We manage implementation and enrollment to ensure a smooth process.