No Insurance? No Problem.
A simpler alternative to traditional dental insurance.
Our in-office membership plans are designed for patients without dental insurance, or whose insurance doesn't provide meaningful savings at our office. Get the preventive care you need and enjoy 15% off most dental treatment — starting at $429/year.
What Is an In-Office Dental Membership?
An in-office membership is a yearly plan you purchase directly from your dental practice — not from an insurance carrier. In exchange for a membership fee, you receive a defined set of preventive benefits and a discount on additional treatment, all administered in-house.
There's no third-party claims process, no provider network to check, and no insurance card. Your relationship is directly with Villa Park Dental Care.
You have options.
Dental insurance can be valuable for many people. It just isn't the only way to pay for dental care. An in-office membership is another path — one built around directness and transparency.
Who Is It For?
Uninsured Adults
Anyone without an employer-sponsored or individual dental plan.
Retirees
Predictable dental expenses without navigating a new insurance plan.
Self-Employed & 1099 Workers
Contractors, agents, freelancers, and small business owners without group dental benefits.
Direct-Relationship Patients
Anyone who wants predictable costs and a direct relationship with their dental practice.
What Does It Cost?
Two plans, both billed directly through our office. Choose the one that fits your needs.
- 2 professional cleanings per year
- 2 periodic exams per year
- Routine diagnostic X-rays as clinically indicated
- Oral cancer screenings
- 15% off most dental treatment
- 4 periodontal maintenance visits (D4910) per year
- 2 periodic exams per year
- Routine diagnostic X-rays as clinically indicated
- Oral cancer screenings
- 15% off most dental treatment
Every additional family member in the same household receives $50 off their membership — same great benefits, quality care for the whole family.
Your Membership Pays for Itself.
| Service | Regular Price | With Membership | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine Cleaning (D1110) | $150 | Included | $150 |
| Periodic Exam (D0120) | $65 | Included | $65 |
| Dental X-rays (Bitewing + Periapical) | $110 | Included | $110 |
| Filling (Composite – 1 Surface) | $250 | $212.50 | $37.50 |
| Crown (Porcelain) | $1,500 | $1,275 | $225 |
| Deep Cleaning (Per Quadrant) | $300 | $255 | $45 |
Members receive 15% off most additional dental treatment beyond what's included in their plan — no deductibles, no annual maximums, just great care.
Membership vs. Traditional Dental Insurance
An honest, side-by-side look — not a case against insurance.
| Category | In-Office Membership | Traditional Dental Insurance |
|---|---|---|
| Who it's paid to | Directly to Villa Park Dental Care | An insurance company |
| Cost | $429–$649/year ($39–$59/month) | Monthly or annual premium, varies by plan |
| Deductible | None | Varies by plan |
| Annual maximum | None | Typically capped, often $1,000–$2,000/year |
| Waiting periods | None | Common for major treatment |
| Claims process | None — handled in-office, no claim forms | Claims submitted to and processed by insurer |
| Network restrictions | None — used only at Villa Park Dental Care | Often limited to in-network providers |
| Preventive benefits | 2 cleanings, 2 exams, X-rays & screenings included per year | Often covered up to 100% in-network |
| Discount on additional treatment | 15% off, applied directly | Coinsurance varies by plan and procedure |
Dental insurance can be valuable for many people — particularly when an employer covers part of the premium. This comparison is meant to help you decide which approach fits your situation, not to suggest one is universally better than the other.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this dental insurance?
No. Our membership plan is not an insurance product. It's an in-office savings plan offered directly by Villa Park Dental Care. There's no insurance company, no claims process, and no third-party network involved.
Do I need insurance to join?
No. The membership plan is designed for patients with or without dental insurance, though it's especially useful if you don't currently have a dental plan.
Is there a waiting period?
No. There's no waiting period — your benefits are available as soon as you join.
Is there a deductible?
No. Villa Park Dental Care membership plans have no deductibles.
Is there an annual maximum?
No. Unlike many dental insurance plans, membership has no annual maximum that caps your benefits.
What happens if I need a crown?
A porcelain crown is regularly $1,500. Members pay $1,275 — 15% off, applied directly with no claims or approvals. See our Fees & Financing page for current pricing.
Can my spouse join? Can my family join?
Yes. The whole family can join — every additional household member receives $50 off their membership, with the same great benefits.
Can I use the plan with my existing insurance?
Membership is designed primarily for patients without dental insurance, or whose insurance doesn't provide meaningful savings at our office. Call our office to talk through your specific situation.
Can I cancel?
Placeholder — cancellation policy to be confirmed against the current membership agreement before publishing.
Where can I use the membership?
Membership benefits apply exclusively at Villa Park Dental Care, 17871 Santiago Blvd #228, Villa Park, CA 92861.
What services are included?
Essential ($429/year or $39/month): 2 professional cleanings, 2 periodic exams, routine diagnostic X-rays as clinically indicated, oral cancer screenings, and 15% off most additional treatment.
Perio Care ($649/year or $59/month): 4 periodontal maintenance visits (D4910), 2 periodic exams, routine diagnostic X-rays as clinically indicated, oral cancer screenings, and 15% off most additional treatment.
Ready to Learn More?
Call our office and we'll walk you through membership pricing and what's included.