I participated in an Ambassador program on behalf of Influence Central for the MetLife TRICARE Dental Program. I received a promotional item to thank me for my participation. #MetLifeTDP
Since November is National Military Family Appreciation Month, it’s the perfect time to share information with my fellow military families about the MetLife TRICARE Dental Program. I firmly believe that knowledge is power and am always interested in learning more about programs that impact my family.
With 5 family members that have all spent months (some have spent years) in braces, taking care of our teeth is critical to us. We’ve already invested thousands of dollars in our children’s teeth and we’re interested in making sure those teeth last a lifetime. Since we move every 1-3 years, finding a new dentist and orthodontist is something we battle frequently. Let me share some details of the MetLife TRICARE Dental Program with you to help you with your dental care and insurance decisions. Knowledge is power and information is the key.
The MetLife TRICARE Dental Program:
- Provides dental benefits to spouses and children of Active Duty military members and National Guard and Reserve members and their families.
- Is a part of the TRICARE Health Plan for military families, but you have to enroll separately in the dental program to access dental coverage for your family.
- Provides cost-effective premiums, free annual dental exams and discounts on orthodontist service at over 164,000 CONUS dental locations for eligible military families.
- Is available worldwide so you don’t have to change your dental plan when you move (and we all know that will happen with the military!).
- Is flexible because coverage continues when the military member changes status to and from active duty to National Guard and Reserve.
- Is easily accessible because you can visit any licensed and authorized dentist in the world, but it’s often easier and more cost-effective to utilize a provider in the MetLife Preferred Dentist Program.
As a military family of 5 (with over 150 teeth total!) that has moved many, many times, I can personally tell you that the MetLife TRICARE Dental Plan is easy to use and is easy to relocate with. When we move, we have to start looking for a new dentist and orthodontist immediately. Since we often don’t know anyone yet to give us recommendations at our new location, the MetLife Preferred Dentist Program list is a great place to find our new dentist and orthodontist. At one point, my family moved 5 times in 6 years. Imagine looking for a new dentist and orthodontist that many times in a short timeframe.
You can learn more about the MetLife TRICARE Dental Program on the MetLife website or by following them on Facebook or Twitter. Happy Military Family Appreciate Month.
I’m a mom of 3, a veteran and military spouse. I’ve moved into 20+ homes all around the world. My passion is helping busy people make the space and time for what’s really important to them.
Holly @ Coconutheadsurvivalguide says
Hi Susan – Thank you for sharing this information! We are in the process of evaluating our medical benefits and this is useful information! Hugs, Holly
susan says
Hope it helps, Holly. I’ll be posting more information on the MetLife TRICARE Dental Program in the next 2 months, so stay tuned.
Cynthia says
Great information to pass on at the beginning of the year. I am always looking for the best plans for my family and will have to check this out. Thanks!
Laurie - Steals and Deals for Kids says
First of all…..thank you for your sacrifice to our country. Moving around a lot must be very hard but I am thankful that there are programs like MetLife TriCare Dental Plan to help you in your time of need. Thanks for this info! I will pass it on!
Liz Mays says
I never really thought about the fact military need a flexible plan that allows for relocations. This is great to know!
Lois Alter Mark says
Every month should be military family appreciation month. This sounds like a great dental plan.
Debbie L. says
This is such a great program. I agree with Lois – Every month should be Military Family Appreciation Month.
susan says
Thanks, and I agree with you, Debbie and Lois.
Debbie says
That is nice to have recommendations when you move. Good to take care of dental needs.
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
That is wonderful. I am married to a retired vet and am so thankful for all the benefits.
susan says
Robin, thank you for your service!
Shauna says
We have five, as well, and need to look into a good dental plan. The one we have doesn’t cover very much. Thanks for sharing
Christina Berry says
Great information! I hope some of your readers find it very helpful! And thank you for your family’s sacrifice for our country. That is something that can never be repaid.
maria @ close to home says
we are no longer active military family but I am definitley going to share this with my friends who are in case they are not aware of this benefit.
susan says
Thanks, Maria, for your family’s service.
Tonya C says
My son just entered the U.S. Navy and I couldn’t be more proud! Military Family Appreciation Month had a very personal meaning for me this year.
susan says
Thank you for your son’s and your family’s service Tonya.
Tonya says
Sounds like a great plan. That’s awesome that it’s available worldwide so you don’t have to change your plan when you move!
Wendy says
oh wow! I wonder if my Dad can use this- he’s retired Army!
susan says
Wendy, thanks for your Dad’s and your family’s service.
lisa says
I have some friends in the military. I will definitely share this with them!
Mama to 5 BLessings says
Thank you for your selflessness for serving our country. This sounds like a great plan! Glad they have it for the military.
Rosey says
I love that you don’t have to change your dental plan if you move. That alone makes it worth checking into.
susan says
Rosey, it really is huge for military families that move every 1-3 years.
Dawn says
Dental care is always an important thing to invest in. Helping those who are in or have been in war is great.
Stacey- Travel Blogger says
This seems like a great way to help those who have helped us. Thanks for informing me of this wonderful program.
Amanda Love says
While I’m military I’m not a fan of the Tricare Dental plan for families. It’s really not the best unfortunately. I guess it’s better than nothing though.
susan says
Amanda, thanks for your honesty. For our family, I’ve found MetLife much easier to work with than the previous company. But we all have different experiences.
Giveaways 4 Mom says
This sounds like a great program. I will be sure to spread the word.
Lexie Lane says
Dental can be so expensive because sometimes our insurance plans just don’t cover enough. I will try to look into this because I need some dental work done and our insurance is just not going to cut it. I hate that we still have to pay so much out of pocket!
Christy H says
I am military and must agree. I love this program with MetLife.
Kristin says
What a great service! Finding doctors and dentists that you love is priceless!