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Obamacare Dental Coverage For Kids

Obamacare Dental Coverage For Kids Matthew Keider, DDS

Obamacare Dental Coverage For Kids Matthew Keider, DDSI have had many patients under the assumption that the Affordable Care Act covers their child’s dental care (or at least part of it) up to age 18 if they sign up for government insurance.

The truth of the matter is that because the plan is a basic “health plan,” the dental coverage for kids has the same yearly deductible that must be met that health has before there is any dental coverage. For many, the deductible is very high, at around $11,000 / year.

This makes it nearly impossible for children to get coverage for dental care under this type of insurance. Many reasonably priced individual dental insurance plans are still available from reputable insurance companies. It is worth taking a look.

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Matthew Keider, DDS

Dr. Matthew Keider has been providing comprehensive dental care for over 30 years. A Michigan native, he earned his DDS from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, one of the top-ranked dental schools in the world. Since 1993, he has served patients in Winston-Salem, NC, prioritizing high-quality, in-house care. Committed to ongoing education, Dr. Keider completes up to 200 hours of advanced training annually in cosmetic, restorative, and implant dentistry. His specialized expertise includes root canals, TMJ treatment, and dental implants, with advanced studies at the Misch International Implant Institute, Dawson Center, and Tulsa Dental. He is a member of the Forsyth County Dental Society, North Carolina Dental Society, and American Dental Association. Dr. Keider minimizes referrals by handling implants, extractions, root canals, and restorative treatments within his practice. Patients-of-record can reach him after hours for emergencies, and he strives to offer same-day emergency appointments when possible. Outside of dentistry, he enjoys basketball, fishing, and traveling with his wife of 32 years and their two children. Dr. Keider and his team are here to provide personalized, high-quality care in a comfortable setting. Call today to schedule your visit and experience a higher standard of dentistry!