{"id":37,"date":"2021-09-30T13:30:00","date_gmt":"2021-09-30T13:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.seahurstparkdentistry.com\/blog\/?p=37"},"modified":"2021-10-18T13:31:01","modified_gmt":"2021-10-18T13:31:01","slug":"how-to-maximize-your-dental-insurance-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.seahurstparkdentistry.com\/blog\/2021\/09\/30\/how-to-maximize-your-dental-insurance-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"Use It Or Lose It: How to Maximize Your 2021 Dental Insurance Benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.seahurstparkdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Picture1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Man smiling while holding mirror in dentist's treatment chair\" class=\"wp-image-38\" width=\"296\" height=\"197\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.seahurstparkdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Picture1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.seahurstparkdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Picture1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.seahurstparkdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Picture1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.seahurstparkdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Picture1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.seahurstparkdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Picture1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 296px) 100vw, 296px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>How badly would you be kicking yourself if you accidentally misplaced hundreds or thousands of dollars of your hard-earned money? Unfortunately, you may be doing so unintentionally by not utilizing your dental plan to the fullest! The good news is you still have time to prevent that from happening to you this year. To learn how to maximize your dental insurance benefits in 2021, read on!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1. Schedule Your Second Checkup &amp; Cleaning of 2021<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental plans vary from patient to patient depending on the agreement between your employer and your provider. However, they usually have one thing in common: an emphasis on preventive care. As a result, most plans include two checkups and cleanings annually. If you skip one, you don\u2019t get an extra one the following year. So, if you don\u2019t have your second visit on the calendar yet, now is the time to schedule it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2. Visit an In-Network Provider<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental insurance coverage is unique in that choosing an out-of-network provider doesn\u2019t automatically mean you\u2019ll be responsible for the entire cost of your care. With that being said, your out-of-pocket expenses will typically be lower when you choose an in-network provider. That\u2019s because they have pre-negotiated rates, ensuring there are no surprise fees when it comes time to pay. In short, visiting an in-network dentist makes your dollars go further.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3. Don\u2019t Put Off Any Necessary Restorative Treatments<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Need a filling, dental crown, or dentures? While your initial reaction may be to put off your treatment until later, that\u2019s the last thing you should do if you have available benefits. Instead of letting those valuable dollars go to waste, schedule your treatment now and put them toward tooth-saving, smile-rebuilding treatments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4. Remember, Most Dental Plans Reset on January 1st<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned above, not all dental plans are the same. However, many of them do reset on January 1<sup>st<\/sup>. So, you have until then to utilize any remaining benefits you have! If you haven\u2019t scheduled your second dental checkup and cleaning of 2021, start there. Otherwise, you can call your dental insurance provider or dental team. Both parties will be able to help you better understand your coverage, ensuring valuable dollars aren\u2019t left on the table come 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Seahurst Park Dentistry, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seahurstparkdentistry.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\">Dr. David Thomas<\/a> and the rest of our phenomenal team want you to have the comfortable, efficient dental care you deserve from the moment you step into our office. Part of making that goal a reality is ensuring the financial component of your treatment is as stress-free as possible. That\u2019s why we are proud to welcome dental insurance and are even in-network with many of the nation\u2019s leading providers, including Cigna, Delta Dental, and MetLife! We\u2019d be happy to help you utilize your remaining benefits, so don\u2019t hesitate to visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seahurstparkdentistry.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or give us a call at <strong>206-244-4622<\/strong> to schedule your appointment!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How badly would you be kicking yourself if you accidentally misplaced hundreds or thousands of dollars of your hard-earned money? Unfortunately, you may be doing so unintentionally by not utilizing your dental plan to the fullest! The good news is you still have time to prevent that from happening to you this year. 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