{"id":16,"date":"2021-10-09T23:54:00","date_gmt":"2021-10-09T23:54:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.infinitesmilesok.com\/blog\/?p=16"},"modified":"2021-11-09T23:55:07","modified_gmt":"2021-11-09T23:55:07","slug":"3-tips-maximize-dental-insurance-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.infinitesmilesok.com\/blog\/2021\/10\/09\/3-tips-maximize-dental-insurance-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Tips to Maximize Dental Insurance Benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-17 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.infinitesmilesok.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/money-5-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"Money in black envelope\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.infinitesmilesok.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/money-5-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.infinitesmilesok.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/money-5-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.infinitesmilesok.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/money-5-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.infinitesmilesok.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/money-5-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.infinitesmilesok.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/money-5-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/www.infinitesmilesok.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/money-5.jpg 1683w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/>As you gather with friends and loved ones to celebrate the holidays, place your smile at the top of your priority list because your dental benefits are expiring soon. Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.infinitesmilesok.com\/dental-insurance.html\">dental insurance<\/a> is a monthly investment designed to lower your long-term oral health costs, but time is running out to use your coverage. Don\u2019t worry, here are 3 tips to maximize dental insurance benefits before the year ends.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Visit Your Dentist for a Cleaning and Checkup<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends a cleaning and checkup every 6 months to ensure your smile thrives for a lifetime. Not to mention, it saves money down the road. Research shows every $1 spent on prevention can cut restorative and emergency fees by up to $50. Unfortunately, the ADA reports 46% of people don\u2019t visit a dentist regularly, with cost being the most common reason for delaying appointments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have dental insurance, you can get the cleanings and checkups you need without worrying about a large bill. Paying your monthly premiums gives you access to 100% preventive coverage, so you\u2019ll only be responsible for the co-payment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Don\u2019t Wait to Treat Dental Problems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If money is tight, you may have put off a procedure because you\u2019re concerned about the expense, like a filling. Although the issue is small now, it will continue to linger in your mouth until it turns into a costly dental emergency. While you may not believe it will happen to you, 1 in 6 Americans has one annually, which results in 9.2 million lost work hours each year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many dental emergencies can be avoided through prevention and quick treatment. You can use your dental insurance to offset the cost of many procedures, like fillings, root canal therapy, and crowns. After reaching your annual deductible, your benefits can cover up to 80% of the cost to significantly reduce your out-of-pocket dental expenses. You can rehabilitate your smile without breaking the bank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Choose the Right Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dental insurance recommends choosing an in-network dentist. They have pre-negotiated rates for specific services to lower the amount you pay. Although you\u2019ll enjoy more coverage at the time of service, it can limit your treatment options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use your coverage to visit an out-of-network dentist to have more freedom to get the exact services you desire. However, you will be responsible for the difference between the dentist\u2019s fees and your insurance\u2019s allowable amounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use It Before You Lose It<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At the end of the year, your policy will expire, and you won\u2019t be reimbursed for anything you don\u2019t use. Nothing will carry over for accumulation, so you will lose everything you\u2019ve paid. Don\u2019t wait until it\u2019s too late. Maximize your dental insurance today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Dr. Mark Gaches<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After earning his dental degree from the University of Southern California, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.infinitesmilesok.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\">Dr. Gaches<\/a> continued his training to earn a Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry. He strives to keep his services affordable by accepting many dental insurances. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.infinitesmilesok.com\/contact.html\">Contact our office<\/a> today to schedule your cleaning and checkup.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As you gather with friends and loved ones to celebrate the holidays, place your smile at the top of your priority list because your dental benefits are expiring soon. Your dental insurance is a monthly investment designed to lower your long-term oral health costs, but time is running out to use your coverage. 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