{"id":103,"date":"2019-10-31T17:34:07","date_gmt":"2019-10-31T17:34:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rodneyallendds.com\/blog\/?p=103"},"modified":"2019-11-01T17:34:28","modified_gmt":"2019-11-01T17:34:28","slug":"dont-let-2019-end-without-utilizing-your-dental-insurance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rodneyallendds.com\/blog\/2019\/10\/31\/dont-let-2019-end-without-utilizing-your-dental-insurance\/","title":{"rendered":"Don\u2019t Let 2019 End Without Utilizing Your Dental Insurance!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rodneyallendds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/AdobeStock_259824114__1572629455_29935.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-104\" width=\"302\" height=\"201\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rodneyallendds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/AdobeStock_259824114__1572629455_29935.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.rodneyallendds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/AdobeStock_259824114__1572629455_29935-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rodneyallendds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/AdobeStock_259824114__1572629455_29935-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 302px) 100vw, 302px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Is your dental\ninsurance plan based on the traditional calendar year? If it is, that means\nthat the benefits you\u2019ve paid for will be reset at the beginning of 2020. That\nmeans you could miss out on the chance to save hundreds of dollars in dental\ncare unless you utilize your dental insurance to the fullest by the end of the\nyear! Here\u2019s why your wallet might thank you if you schedule an appointment\nwith your family dentist in Parker today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the Benefits of Using Dental Insurance Now?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For patients who want the most cost-effective dental care\npossible, there are several advantages to using dental insurance now:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>You\u2019ll use up the yearly maximum, which is the\nmost your plan is willing to pay for dental work during a given period. The\nmoney that\u2019s left at the end of the year will expire instead of carrying over.<\/li><li>If you\u2019ve met your deductible for the year, you\u2019ll\nreduce out of pocket costs by making appointments now. <\/li><li>It may be less costly to visit the dentist now\nbecause fees might increase in January.<\/li><li>In general, it\u2019s cheaper to pay for preventive\ncare than to allow oral health issues to develop and inflict damage that can be\ncostly to fix.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Will My Dental Insurance Cover?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Typically, your insurance plan will offer what\u2019s commonly\nreferred to as \u201c100-80-50\u201d coverage, which refers to the percentage you can\nexpect your carrier to pay for certain dental procedures. Routine checkups and\ncleanings are usually covered 100% covered; meanwhile, your plan will pay 80%\nfor basic dental services like fillings or root canals and 50% for a major\nprocedure like receiving a dental crown. Of course, your plan might be\ndifferent, so you should review your benefits to confirm what coverage you\u2019re\nentitled to and what needs to be paid out of pocket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Should I Have My Routine Dental Checkups and Cleanings?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If nothing else, you should see your dentist for at least\ntwo checkups and cleanings every year, especially if your insurance provider\nwill fully pay for it. These appointments give your dentist a chance to find\ntooth decay and gum disease while they\u2019re still developing. Leaving these oral\nhealth issues alone could lead to tooth loss and other complications, so finding\nthem before severe damage is done can save you a lot of trouble in the long\nrun. And of course, a thorough cleaning will make it less likely that cavities\nand gum disease even start to form in the first place!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Call your insurance carrier today to find out what benefits\nare still available before speaking to your dentist in Parker about potential\ndental treatments you could benefit from. Make a plan that will leave you with\na dazzling, well-kept grin without putting too much strain on your bank\naccount!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Rodney L. Allen has brought Parker exceptional,\npersonalized care for the past 20 years. He enjoys the opportunity to develop\ntrusting friendships with his patients and will always take the time to give\nyou the one-on-one attention you deserve. For questions about dental insurance,\nyou can contact his practice&nbsp; by visiting\nhis <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rodneyallendds.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or\ncalling (720) 851-6784.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is your dental insurance plan based on the traditional calendar year? If it is, that means that the benefits you\u2019ve paid for will be reset at the beginning of 2020. 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