It can be more difficult buying a family dental insurance vs an individual dental insurance plan. Primarily because there is more then just one person dental needs to think of. Such as if you have young children under the age of five you want to make sure that the dental insurance plan has providers available for children of younger age or that the dental insurance plan offer benefits for specialist such as pediatrics dentist.  You also want to make sure you buy a dental insurance plan that can best fit everyone needs. Make sure you take your time and review each dental insurance plan option carefully.  Buying the right plan from the start will not only save you money but possible hassle latter on