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Group Dental Insurance
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Group Dental Insurance Global Overview
Definition
Summary
Group dental insurance, which helps cover dental care costs, ranges from basic preventative coverage to major dental work and depends on the type and scope of the insurance plan. Rather than underwriting a policy for each participant, a group dental insurance policy underwrites a single policy for the entire group. It offers the same types of benefits to all participating group members. Insurers in this market primarily offer managed care programs, including health maintenance organization (HMO) and preferred provider organization (PPO) plans. Key buyers include large corporations, educational institutions, nonprofit organizations, unions and professional associations, and healthcare institutions.
This Report Includes:
- Basic Preventative Coverage
- Major Restorative Coverage
Not in this Report:
- Health Insurance
- Discount Dental Plans
- Direct Reimbursement Dental Plans
Global Group Dental Insurance Market - Suppliers by Region
| Country/Region | Number of Suppliers |
|---|---|
| #1 China | 14,070 |
| #2 United States | 10,000 |
| #3 Europe | 9,010 |
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Average Cost of Group Dental Insurance
United States
2026 Market Pricing$125.00 to $X,XXX.XX
per employee per yearAverage Price
Prices in the Group Dental Insurance market range from $125.00 to $X,XXX.XX, depending on Coverage, Provider Network, Number of Individuals Covered and Group Risk. For example, lower prices are associated with Plans only covering preventative care & standard procedures ($125 to $400 per employee per year), whereas higher prices are associated with Plans covering dental implants & cosmetic treatments ($240 to $1,500 per employee per year).
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Group Dental Insurance Category Price Trends
Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the Group Dental Insurance market, prices in the US have grown 3.1% from 2022 to 2025. Subscribers can access price trend forecasts, price driver projections and forward-looking cost structure data. Learn more
United States (2022-2025)
United States (2025-2028)
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Cost Analysis - Total Cost of Ownership for Group Dental Insurance
Total cost of ownership is Low in the Group Dental Insurance market. The average cost of ownership differs depending on the contract but generally includes costs negotiated before the contract begins, costs billed during the contract period and unforeseen costs. For example, unforeseen costs in the form of Hidden Fees may raise the total cost of ownership unexpectedly.
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Buyer Power in Procurement Negotiations
In 2026, buyer power amounts to -1.6 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Forecast Price Trend. It is most negatively impacted by Availability of Substitutes. Subscribers can access details on eight other factors that impact buyer power. Learn more
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Supply Chain Risk
The average level of supply chain risk is assessed as Medium, which has a negative impact on buyer power. The level of supply chain risk is affected by industry volatility, barriers to entry, competition, import penetration, regulation and industry financial risk. Buyers in this market can mitigate procurement and supply chain management risks by monitoring risk levels for individual first and second tier suppliers:
1st
Tier Suppliers
- Office Supply Wholesalers
- Custody, Asset & Securities Service Providers
- Portfolio Managers
2nd
Tier Suppliers
- Office Supply Manufacturers
- Investment Bankers
- Securities Brokers
Biggest Group Dental Insurance Suppliers in the US by Revenue
The largest Group Dental Insurance vendors by revenue in the US are Humana Inc., Centene Corporation and Anthem, Inc. Subscribers can sort and filter by market share concentration, profit level and other factors. Learn more
| Supplier | Operational Size | Headquarters | Number of Employees | Market Share (%) | Market Share Performance (3yr trend) | Total Revenue ($ million) | Profit Level (%) | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metlife, Inc. | Global | New York | >10,000 | 10-15 | ||||
| Delta Dental Insurance Co. | National | Sacramento, CA | 1,001-10,000 | 10-15 | ||||
| Cvs Health Corporation | National | WOONSOCKET, RI | >10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Unitedhealth Group Incorporated | Global | EDEN PRAIRIE | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Cigna Corp | Global | BLOOMFIELD | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Anthem, Inc. | National | INDIANAPOLIS, IN | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Centene Corporation | International | ST LOUIS, MO | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Humana Inc. | National | LOUISVILLE | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Aflac Inc. | Global | COLUMBUS, GA | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
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Profit Analysis
The average profit margin across vendors in the Group Dental Insurance market is 9.1% and steady. Profit levels shift depending on suppliers' spend on wages, purchases and overhead. The highest cost component for vendors is Overhead. The cost trend for this component is rising, when considering movement between 2025 and 2026. To understand cost forecasts for 2027 and uncover the implications on profit, start your subscription. Learn more
Vendor & Supply Chain Analysis
Vendor risk is moderate in the group dental insurance market. Vendors face moderate upstream supply chain risk because they depend on banks and other financial services providers to manage their large asset portfolios.
Market share concentration is moderate in the group dental insurance market. This market exhibits moderate barriers to entry, but top vendors face significant competition from other vendors and substitutes, which reduce their individual market power.
Supply chain risk is moderate in the group dental insurance market. Dental insurers must continually balance premium incomes and debt obligations to avoid bankruptcy, which makes vendors heavily dependent on investment banking and other financial services.
The United States is a net importer of computers, meaning it imports more computers than it exports. While lower manufacturing costs abroad drive down prices for imported computers, relying on imports can lead to potential shortages or price increases if there are supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical tensions, trade disputes, or global crises
Supplier Information
Delta Dental Insurance Co.
Delta Dental Insurance Co. is a private company operating nationally in the finance & insurance sector. The company's offerings include group dental insurance. Founded in 1966, the company is currently headquartered in Sacramento, California, United States of America with an estimated 5500 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Metlife, Inc.
MetLife, Inc. is a global financial services company providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits, and asset management. It sells its products to corporations, other institutions, their respective employees, and individuals through a direct sales force and intermediaries. Its primary markets include Subscribe to learn more
Cvs Health Corporation
Cvs Health Corporation is a public company operating nationally in the manufacturing and finance and insurance sectors. The company's offerings include personal paper products, pharmacy benefit management services, group health insurance, disability insurance, vision insurance. Founded in 1963, the company... Subscribe to learn more
Aflac Inc.
Aflac Inc. is a public company operating globally in the finance and insurance sector. The company's offerings include life insurance, disability insurance, vision insurance and group dental insurance. Founded in 1955, the company is currently headquartered in COLUMBUS, Georgia, United States of America with... Subscribe to learn more
Anthem, Inc.
Elevance Health, Inc. is a health benefits company that provides network-based, managed care, and risk-based plans to individuals, groups, and Medicaid and Medicare markets. It offers fee-based customers claims processing, stop-loss insurance, provider network access, medical management, care management, Subscribe to learn more
Centene Corporation
Centene Corporation is a public company operating internationally in the information and finance and insurance sectors. The company's offerings include financial analysis software, group health insurance and group dental insurance. Founded in 1984, the company is currently headquartered in ST LOUIS, Missouri,... Subscribe to learn more
Cigna Corp
Cigna Corp is a public company operating globally in the finance and insurance sector. The company's offerings include flexible spending account management services, pharmacy benefit management services, group health insurance, disability insurance, vision insurance. Founded in 1792, the company is currently... Subscribe to learn more
Guardian Life Insurance Co Of America
Guardian Life Insurance Co Of America is a private company operating internationally in the finance & insurance sector. The company's offerings include life insurance, vision insurance and group dental insurance. Founded in 1860, the company is currently headquartered in New York, New York, United States Subscribe to learn more
Highmark Inc.
Highmark Inc. is a private company operating nationally in the finance & insurance sector. The company's offerings include group health insurance, vision insurance and group dental insurance. Founded in 1977, the company is currently headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America with... Subscribe to learn more
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Procurement Management KPIs for the Group Dental Insurance Market
Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Average Resolution Time and Customer Retention Rate. Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Claim Responsiveness and other factors.
| KPI | Level of Importance (1-5) | Measurements | Key Considerations |
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| Average Resolution Time |
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Total resolution time per claim Number of resolved claims |
The average resolution time represents the average amount of time it takes to resolve a claim from the time it is submitted. The average resolution time can be used to determine an insurance company’s efficiency and responsiveness. |
| Customer Retention Rate |
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Number of customers at start of period Number of customers added within period |
The customer retention rate represents the number of customers a company is able to retain over a set timeframe. The customer retention rate can be used to determine the extent to which a company is willing to negotiate and customize insurance contracts to buyers' needs. |
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Questions to Ask During Procurement Negotiations
How can I gain leverage during negotiations?
Qualifications
How many insurance policies do you manage?
How do the plans you provide compare with those of your competitors?
Business Continuity
How does your company respond to increases in the price of dental care?
What measures do you take to reduce supply chain risk? How diverse is your supply chain?
Features
How will premiums for this plan change over time?
Which procedures are covered by this plan? At what rate are they covered?
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Group Dental Insurance RFP Guidelines
What should my RFP include?
Organizational Overview
Buyers should give a brief overview of their organization, including the number of employees and any family members that would be included in the plan.
Buyers should indicate what their current dental benefit plan is, including type, rates and contribution structure.
Statement Of Need
Buyers should relay their preferences on the type of dental plan they are seeking.
Buyers should state the genders, dates of birth, dates of hire and required coverage for employees.
Project Budget
Buyers should request a detailed breakdown of insurers’ premium rates and deductibles.
Buyers should seek clarification on any other costs, such as administration fees.
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