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Essential Coverage for Orthodontic Treatment
Keeping your teeth clean is especially important during orthodontic treatment, but even a strong routine can miss plaque and food in hard-to-reach areas. Regular orthodontic visits help ensure your treatment stays on track and allow for needed adjustments along the way. While some patients may hesitate due to the cost, dental insurance can help make your care more manageable. Read on to learn more about how your coverage plan works to assist with your orthodontic treatment!
How Dental Insurance Works
For most insurance policies, you should be able to utilize discounts on various dental care options after paying your monthly premium. Keep in mind, however, that every plan will be different. If you or a loved one requires orthodontic care, then it’s best to choose coverage that specifically helps with this type of treatment so that you can avoid out-of-pocket expenses. Partial coverage usually helps with initial consultations, dental X-rays, orthodontic procedures, and orthodontic retention (retainers).
Dental insurance also renews at the beginning of the year, so it’s best to use your benefits before January 1st. You’ll also need to meet your deductible before your coverage starts working. Your plan will also have an annual maximum, which is the limit of the amount your provider will pay in a year.
What Is the Difference Between Dental & Medical Insurance?
While both medical and dental insurance help with your healthcare, they do have key differences. Dental insurance prioritizes preventive treatment to help patients avoid costly procedures. That’s why you’ll generally expect your coverage to help with routine checkups as well as partial assistance for more extensive care, including orthodontic treatments.
In-Network vs. Out-of-Network
Choosing the correct dental professional based on who is in-network or out-of-network is important when it comes to orthodontic care. Here’s a brief look at how each works.
In-Network Coverage
An orthodontist who is in-network means that they have negotiated and agreed on a contract to provide care at specified rates. This also means that you can expect to maximize your benefits while paying a significantly lower out-of-pocket cost. Our Round Rock team is in-network with the following plans:
- United Healthcare
- MetLife
- Delta Dental
- BlueCross BlueShield
- Aetna
- Carienghton
- Ameritas
- Dentemax
Out-of-Network
Patients who have an insurance policy with any provider not listed above can still receive treatment from us! However, you may need to pay a little more than you might expect from an in-network professional. Even so, don’t hesitate to give us a call so that we can discuss how we can work within your budget.
