Simplyhealth launches digital workplace dental benefit for employees
Marc Singh-Jones said: “We have developed Simply Dental to be affordable and flexible to meet the needs of different businesses and their diverse workforces.”
Simplyhealth has launched Simply Dental, a new digital-first workplace dental benefit aimed at UK businesses and their employees.
The scheme offers money back for routine check-ups and hygiene visits, covering up to 100% of a dentist’s receipt up to annual limits.
Employees can use any NHS or private dentist, and the plan includes worldwide dental emergency cover and a 24/7 helpline.
The 2024 Oral Health Survey found that 26% of people said dental pain had affected their work, with 18% saying it had hit their productivity.
One quarter of adults admitted they did not visit the dentist for a check-up at least once every two years as recommended.
Of those not attending, 38% said cost was the main reason.
The Oral Health Foundation reported last year that NHS dentistry costs had increased around 50% over the past decade.
Previous Simplyhealth research found 90% of people with a dental plan attended the dentist at least every two years, compared to 70% without cover.
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