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\"PatientDid you know that dental insurance holders in America lose nearly 100 billion <\/em>dollars in unused benefits annually? Yikes! There is some good news though: there are still a few weeks left to utilize your remaining coverage before it resets on January 1st<\/sup>. With this in mind, keep reading to learn four ways to maximize your dental insurance in 2023.<\/p>\n

1. Schedule Your Last Dental Checkup and Cleaning of the Year<\/h2>\n

Although dental plans aren\u2019t exactly the same from patient to patient, they all typically have one thing in common: an emphasis on preventive care. That\u2019s why nearly every plan includes a dental checkup and cleaning every six months. So, if your last visit of 2023 isn\u2019t on the calendar yet, don\u2019t wait \u2013 now is the time to schedule it! After all, any unused benefits won\u2019t carry over into 2024.<\/p>\n

2. Utilize Your Available Benefits Towards Restorative Care<\/h2>\n

As we touched on in the previous section, your unused benefits won\u2019t carry over into the new year. So, if you need restorative care, like a dental filling to rebuild a decayed tooth, talk to your dentist about scheduling your treatment before January 1st<\/sup>. That way, those dollars go toward restoring your oral health instead of filling your dental insurance company\u2019s pocket.<\/p>\n

3. Read Through the Fine Print on Your Plan<\/h2>\n

It\u2019s true; dental insurance plans don\u2019t typically cover cosmetic dental treatments. However, there are some exceptions. For example, some providers cover a portion of the cost of braces, particularly if orthodontic treatment is deemed \u201cmedically necessary.\u201d That\u2019s why it\u2019s always a good idea to dedicate some time to reading through the fine print before the end of the year; there may be benefits that you didn\u2019t know you had!<\/p>\n

4. Don\u2019t Forget About Health Saving Accounts<\/h2>\n

Some employers offer Health Saving Accounts (HSAs). Basically, this allows employees to use pretax dollars toward essential medical care, including preventive and restorative dental services. So, if you have a HSA, don\u2019t hesitate to ask your HR department how much is in your account. After all, similar to dental insurance, unused dollars don\u2019t usually carry over into the next year.<\/p>\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n

Our team at Windermere Dentistry<\/a> knows how overwhelmed patients can feel trying to navigate their dental insurance coverage. That\u2019s why we go above and beyond to answer questions, provide estimates for out-of-pocket expenses, and file the claims; we want to make the process of utilizing your benefits as headache-free as possible! If you have a question about your coverage or you would like to schedule an appointment with us, visit our website<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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