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How an Emergency Fund Can Cover a Major Dental Emergency
In episode 105 of The Emergency Fund Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore how a dental emergency — from a cracked molar to an infected root canal — can drain thousands of dollars without warning. Lucas cites a 2024 American Dental Association survey finding that one in four Americans has delayed needed dental care due to cost, and explains how a root canal with crown can easily run $3,000 to $5,000. They discuss why dental insurance often caps out at $1,500 per year, leaving a gap that a dedicated emergency fund can fill. The hosts walk through a real example of a listener who faced an unexpected…
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