If you don't need any fillings or any other work done, then find a plan that's for just the routine dental care. However if you need the work done then find a plan that offers that. When you find a plan that fits into what you need you will save money and time.
Each month you have to pay a premium, which is a part of the total cost of your dental package. There are pre-paid dental programs that can help to fit anyone's budget while still giving them the coverage they need. While individual plans work for singles and some families, there are family plans that may work better.
Once you have your insurance you will then pick a dentist that you would like to go to. They have to accept your insurance however, you can always call and find out if they do or not. It is important to pick a dentist based on the care that you receive.
I recently went to a new dentist, and it was horrible.