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I have the same question. Why should I care? It's not an extra cost to me, so the radiation would be the reason, but I assume it's quite minor.

• zamadatix 2y ago
  I assume you mean it's covered by some sort of insurance (private or public) in which case you are paying for it you just don't really control how much you pay by individually opting in or out.
  • pgwhalen 2y ago
    True, but dental insurance is so cheap relative to medical insurance.
    • skybrian 2y ago
      If your teeth are in good health (no work done in years and none expected), paying out of pocket for dental appointments might still be cheaper. Though that assumes you could cover an unexpected expense - this is effectively self-insuring.
      • rootusrootus 2y ago
        > Though that assumes you could cover an unexpected expense Given how low the typical (non-DMO) coverage limits are for dental insurance, this is probably reasonable for many people.