We all want to stay healthy, and part of that is taking care of our smiles. The bad part is that not everyone has dental coverage.
Appletree Dental is here to remind our uninsured patients that they do have options for paying for their dental care!
Keep reading to learn about your options, and which is best for you.
What is Dental Insurance?
Dental insurance is a type of health insurance that covers dental healthcare costs. It works by collecting a monthly fee in exchange for total or partial coverage of your dental health needs.
If you or your spouse’s employer provides dental coverage, enrolling in that plan is likely a good bet. You could also pay out-of-pocket for an individual plan, but that’s usually more costly than a plan through your employer.
Most dental insurance covers 100% of preventative costs, in other words, 2 cleanings per year, 2 exams per year, and 1 set of x-rays per year. Make sure you research your coverage levels, they vary greatly across plans. It’s also a good idea to check for other common variables, like maximum spending limits.
What is a Dental Discount Plan?
Dental discount plans are alternatives to paying out-of-pocket for dental insurance. They tend to operate under an annual flat fee that gets you a discount on dental services. While the fees vary, they usually cost between $150 and $350.
Most patients whose teeth are in fairly good condition find dental discount plans to be a better value than paying out of pocket for individual insurance. However, the one catch is that if you need extensive dental work, it probably isn’t a good value for you.
An In-House Dental Plan From Apple Tree Dental
The team at Appletree Dental wants everyone to be able to afford to take care of their teeth. We accept most major dental insurance plans and offer options for paying for dental care without insurance.
If you and your family need our dental services, but you don’t have dental coverage, our in-house dental plan, Gloss Dental Discount Plan, can help!
Some of our patients find it helpful to think of Gloss as a Sam’s or Costco membership. If you decide to enroll, you’ll pay a yearly fee and get 50% off dental services.
Click here to learn more about Gloss.
Contact Your Dentist in Thornton
At Appletree Dental, we are committed to providing quality dental care to all of our patients. We strive to give our patients the best value possible.
If you have any questions, check out our resources page.