Your smile isn’t just functional. It’s an important part of your appearance with the ability to light up a room. At Leavitt Dentistry, we understand that imperfections like discoloration, misalignment, and misshapenness can affect your confidence. If you’re looking for a way to enhance your smile, consider the power of cosmetic dentistry.
Cosmetic dentistry — including procedures such as teeth whitening, veneers, bonding, and gum contouring — focuses on improving the appearance of the teeth in addition to functionality. The nature of cosmetic dentistry makes insurance coverage complicated, leaving patients unsure of how much they’ll have to pay out of pocket.
In this blog post, we’ll answer the common question of whether insurance covers cosmetic dentistry, explore the benefits of signing up for our dental savings plan, and discuss why it’s smart to invest in your oral health.
Understanding Dental Insurance and Coverage
Dental insurance typically includes preventive, basic, and major services.
Preventive care aims to protect the teeth from common issues and keep your smile in great condition, including cleanings, X-rays, and exams. Basic care addresses minor damage and includes services such as some extractions and fillings. Major care refers to more complex dental procedures, such as implants, root canals, dentures, and crowns.
Will Insurance Cover Cosmetic Dentistry Procedures?
Typically, insurance doesn’t cover cosmetic dentistry. Because these procedures are considered elective, you can expect to pay for things like veneers, whitening, gum contouring, and dental bonding out of pocket.
However, there are rare cases where an insurance may pay a small portion of cosmetic procedures. For example, if you were in an accident that damaged your smile and has put your oral health in jeopardy, your insurance may cover certain procedures that they deem medically necessary. These can include dental crowns, braces or aligners, tooth-colored fillings, gum grafting, and dental implants.
If these situations apply to you, we can help you contact your insurance provider to ensure you get the benefit you’re hoping for.
Save on Cosmetic Dentistry with Our Dental Savings Plan
At Leavitt Dentistry, we understand that without insurance, the cost of cosmetic dentistry procedures is not always affordable. As part of our commitment to offering quality dental care at a budget-friendly price, we’re proud to offer a dental savings plan. In fact, many of our patients forego dental insurance in favor of this money-saving plan.
By paying a yearly fee, you gain access to all the benefits of our savings plan, including 15 percent off all cosmetic and restorative procedures. Whether you’re considering implants, veneers, SureSmile aligners, cosmetic dental bonding, bridges, dentures, or professional whitening, you can save big on procedures insurance doesn’t typically cover.
Additional Benefits of Our Dental Savings Plan
Cosmetic and restorative procedures aren’t the only ways to save money with our savings plan. We want you to be able to receive the preventative care you need to maintain your happy, healthy smile, including cleanings and exams.
That’s why we offer members of our savings plan two free cleanings and exams per year, free radiographs and X-rays, free fluoride treatment for children up to 18 years old, and four free periodontal maintenance visits per year. Everything else — including fillings, crowns, root canals, extractions, and wisdom teeth removal — is 15 percent off.
Plus, by eliminating the need for dental insurance, you won’t have to pay a deductible every year, wait for pre-authorization before undergoing certain procedures, or wonder how much insurance will pay toward your treatment. It’s a simpler, more streamlined approach to dental care, giving you the power to make decisions about your treatment.
If you’re frustrated with your dental insurance and want more control over your dental care, contact us today to learn more about how our dental savings plan can give you the freedom you’re looking for.
Invest in Your Smile
We understand that even with a savings plan, the cost of dental care can add up. Instead of focusing on the expense, think of the value. Dental care is an investment in your oral health, ensuring a lifetime of happy, beautiful smiles. The confidence that comes from a radiant smile is priceless, affecting your self-confidence and the way you present yourself to the world. As a way to help our patients get the treatment they deserve, we also work with Cherry and Care credit for financial payment plans.
Expert Cosmetic Dentistry by Dr. Leavitt
Dr. Leavitt and his team are experts in all things cosmetic dentistry. Whether you want to address minor discoloration, a gummy smile, or misalignment, trust us to improve your smile’s aesthetics.
Schedule a virtual consultation with Dr. Leavitt or contact us today to learn more about how we can help you achieve the bright and beautiful smile you’ve always dreamed of.
