Nearly 284 million Americans receive dental benefits, according to the National Association of Dental Plans’ 2025 Dental Benefits Report.
The NADP released its annual report Dec. 9 showcasing key trends in dental benefit plans and enrollment.
Six notes from the report.
1. The total number of Americans covered by some form of dental benefit through employer-sponsored group plans or other group or individual plans represents 83% of the population.
2. The NADP noted that the number of Americans covered by dental benefits has dropped 2.3% since last year.
3. Enrollment in commercial dental plans has declined by 2% since 2023, while enrollment in publicly funded benefits declined by 3%.
4. Dental PPO plans continue to be the most dominant product in the commercial market, the NADP noted.
5. The percentage of individuals covered by Medicare Advantage plans decreased by 11.4%.
6. Medicaid enrollment increased by 0.6%, while CHIP enrollment increased by 1.5%.
