{"id":44,"date":"2018-11-13T13:44:56","date_gmt":"2018-11-13T13:44:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentondentalcenter.com\/blog\/?p=44"},"modified":"2018-12-11T13:49:38","modified_gmt":"2018-12-11T13:49:38","slug":"dentist-denton","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dentondentalcenter.com\/blog\/2018\/11\/13\/dentist-denton\/","title":{"rendered":"It\u2019s Not Too Late! Schedule With a Dentist In Denton Before Losing Benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-45\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentondentalcenter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/image-2018-12-11-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"A dental insurance insurance claim\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentondentalcenter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/image-2018-12-11-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dentondentalcenter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/image-2018-12-11.jpg 384w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Use it or lose it! When it comes to dental insurance, that\u2019s the name of the game. Unfortunately, billions of dollars worth of benefits are lost each year because people don\u2019t maximize the benefits they\u2019ve paid for. In fact, a recent study by the American Dental Association found that the average person has an annual benefit of $1,250, but only gets about $323 of dental work each year. That means losing over $900 that could go towards achieving a healthy, beautiful smile. In this blog, you\u2019ll get tips for taking advantage of your benefits and learn about what procedures are usually covered at a dentist in Denton. Learn more below!<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>How Can You Get the Most From Your Insurance Plan?<\/h2>\n<p>Your first step should be to find out when your plan year starts and ends. Most plans start January 1<sup>st<\/sup> and end December 31<sup>st<\/sup>, but there are a few that begin and end on a fiscal calendar year.<\/p>\n<p>Also, check your deductible so you\u2019ll have a better idea of your total cost for a procedure. You can also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentondentalcenter.com\/dental-insurance.html\">ask a dentist<\/a> to file a preauthorization beforehand for a more specific figure. This formal estimate from your insurance company will give you a breakdown of the coverage they\u2019ll provide, so there won\u2019t be any surprises.<\/p>\n<p>And, since many dental office schedules fill up quickly at the end of the year, it\u2019s a good idea to schedule any appointments as soon as you can.<\/p>\n<h2>Which Procedures Are Usually Covered By Insurance?<\/h2>\n<p>Since there are hundreds (if not thousands) of insurance plans out there, be sure to check your individual plan to see what percentage of each procedure is covered. With that said, here are some average coverage figures:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cleanings, X-Rays and Exams<\/strong> \u2013 These are considered preventative and are typically covered at 80%-100%. Most patients get 2 checkups a year, although more frequent checkups might be covered for patients who have diabetes, cancer, gum disease or are pregnant. Also, some plans cover professional fluoride treatments (which are excellent for cavity prevention), so always check your benefits.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Deep Cleanings<\/strong> \u2013 Recommended for patients with gum disease, deep cleanings are usually covered at 60%-80%.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fillings, Crowns, Root Canals and Bridges<\/strong> \u2013 Whether you see a general or emergency dentist in Denton, insurance plans will likely cover 50%-80% of restorative care costs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Orthodontic Care<\/strong> \u2013 Many plans will cover between 20% -70% of orthodontics.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Miscellaneous <\/strong>\u2013 Things like night guards, athletic guards or sedation are often covered at 20%-50%.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Finally, don\u2019t forget that most insurance plans have an annual maximum for each member (usually $1,000-$3,000), which is the amount of money that they\u2019ll pay for dental work each year. Don\u2019t be a statistic in 2018 \u2013 use (instead of lose) your benefits!<\/p>\n<h2>About the Author<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentondentalcenter.com\/meet-dr-balington.html\">Dr. Todd Balington<\/a> is a general, restorative and cosmetic dentist in Denton who wants to help everyone get the dental care they need. His office is in-network with many different insurance plans to make care accessible for as many patients as possible. If you have any additional questions about your dental insurance, he can be reached via his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentondentalcenter.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or at (940) 383-3300.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Use it or lose it! When it comes to dental insurance, that\u2019s the name of the game. Unfortunately, billions of dollars worth of benefits are lost each year because people don\u2019t maximize the benefits they\u2019ve paid for. 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