What is a "fee for service" dentist?

A fee-for-service dentist (like Dr. Smith and Dr. Roy) is a dentist paid directly by the patient for services provided, based on the dentist's cost to provide them. Treatment options and materials as well as the time the doctor spends with you is not controlled by an insurance group, company or third party. ... more

A fee-for-service dentist (like Dr. Smith and Dr. Roy) is a dentist paid directly by the patient for services provided, based on the dentist's cost to provide them. Treatment options and materials as well as the time the doctor spends with you is not controlled by an insurance group, company or third party. ... more