Yes, we cover dental as long as it's not pre-existing or it hasn't happened within the waiting period, including descaling and polishing for when it's the only treatment for an illness of the teeth or gums.
To qualify for claims:
In order to claim for dental treatment, your pet must have had a dental check-up carried out by their vets within the 12 months prior to the onset of the dental condition they’re looking to claim for.
The treatment must have taken place within 3 months of the vet's recommendation.
You can see how much dental work you're covered for in your dashboard.
What’s covered
Dental treatments recommended and conducted by your vet
Dental treatment due to an accident
Dental treatment due to an illness including:
Tartar removal
General dental disease
Root canals
Dental extractions
Any other vet-recommended treatment that’s not caused by an accident or illness, which is carried out within 3 months of the recommendation.
What isn’t covered
Any dental treatment that is pre-existing or has happened within the waiting period of your policy start date
Any dental treatment your pet receives when your pet hasn’t had an annual check-up in the 12 months before the first symptoms appear
Any claims made within, or relating to, the waiting period
Any dental treatment not carried out within 3 months of the date your vet first recommended the treatment, unless your vet confirms they couldn’t provide the treatment within those 3 months
Any dental treatment not prescribed by a vet
Any cosmetic or elective dentistry
Descaling, polishing, and cleaning teeth, unless it’s the only treatment for an illness of the teeth or gums.
Any claims relating to crowns
Any claims relating to the vet fee’s exclusions
Any amount higher than your policy maximum benefit limit