Nicely said 2gypsies! We didn't retire until 59, but we're certainly not paupers. Since my cobra coverage expired earlier this year, I no longer have dental insurance. If I can drive 80 miles to get the exact same services for less than 1/2 the price why wouldn't I?
As for those who think U.S. dentists are all that much better, I have a lifetime of shoddy work from multiple U.S. dentists that I'm continuing to suffer from. From price gouging, unnecessary work, infections, pain and needless extractions. I think it's time to try another path.