
Our Accepted Dental Insurance Providers
We partner with a wide range of insurers, so you can use your plan with ease:
- Vhi Dental – direct pay available.
- DeCare Dental – direct pay available.
- Laya Healthcare – pay and claim.
- Irish Life Health – pay and claim.
- Employer or group schemes – pay and claim.
Not sure if we accept your provider? Contact us today and we’ll verify it for you.
Direct Pay vs Pay and Claim – How It Works
Direct Pay (Vhi & DeCare)
- Your benefits are claimed directly from your insurer.
- You pay only the remaining balance.
- Insurance details must be submitted when booking.
Pay and Claim (All Other Insurers)
- Pay the full cost on the day.
- Claim reimbursement from your insurer afterwards.
- We provide detailed receipts, procedure codes, and any extra documents required.
Common Treatments Covered by Insurance
While coverage varies, most plans include:
- Routine dental exams and check-ups
- Cleaning/Scale and polish
- X-rays and Fillings
- Root canal treatment
- Extractions and gum care
- Some crowns and restorative work.

We Make It Easy
Our friendly team will guide you to:
- Understand your insurance benefits.
- Know what to expect during your visit.
- Avoid unexpected out-of-pocket costs.
Simply call us and we’ll take care of the rest.
Dental Insurance FAQs
Yes, including Vhi, DeCare, Laya, Irish Life Health, and many group schemes.
Only Vhi and DeCare.
Provide your policy details when booking.
Your visit becomes pay and claim.
Yes, just pay and claim later.
Itemised receipt, procedure codes, insurer forms.
Check-ups, cleaning, X-rays, fillings, root canal, extractions, gum care, and crowns.
Policy/membership number and any required forms.
We can check direct pay eligibility and guide you for other providers.
Your local practice team, we’re happy to help.
Contact Dental Care Ireland Kells
To find out more about using your dental insurance in Kells, please contact us on (046) 924 0783 or kells@dentalcareireland.ie.