Dubai: For many families in the UAE, dental care becomes a financial concern only when a tooth starts hurting. A routine check-up may seem like an expense that can wait, particularly when health insurance does not cover regular dental visits. But delaying treatment can turn a minor cavity into a root canal, a crown, or even an extraction, with costs running into thousands of dirhams.

Dental professionals and insurance experts have noted that a little planning can help households avoid unexpected bills, particularly when several family members need treatment.

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