The end of the year is right around the corner, and it’s coming fast. Before you know it, you’ll be ringing in a new year where your dental benefits start all over again. If you still have unused benefits for this year, now is the time to get the most out of your plan, starting with a call to our team to schedule your next visit before the year comes to a close!
The reason the timing is so pressing is that any unused benefits like dental checkups or flexible spending plans won’t roll over into the new year. The good news is, you already paid for those benefits, so now it’s just a matter of not letting them go to waste. Be sure you get your money’s worth while getting the dental care your smile needs to stay healthy and strong.
We Offer the Following Treatments
-Cosmetic dentistry including dental bonding, porcelain dental veneers, and OPALESCENE® teeth whitening
-General and family dentistry including cleanings, dental sealants, oral cancer screenings, preventative care, tooth extractions, gum disease treatment and TMJ/TMD treatment
-Orthodontic braces, Invisalign therapy ® and clear aligners
-Restorative treatments like dental bridges, crowns, fillings, implants and dentures
Preventative Versus Elective Treatments
-Preventative treatments focus on maintaining your oral health and keeping away potential problems with your teeth, gums, jaw, etc. These services include regular cleanings, regular oral exams, and routine dental X-rays. Fortunately, your dental insurance plan will likely fully cover preventative care services and visits
-Elective treatments are typically in the cosmetic dentistry category. These are treatments you choose to have, rather than needing them. Getting dental veneers, teeth-whitening and other smile improvements are generally considered elective. This means your dental insurance coverage can vary, which is why you should always check with your insurance provider to find out what is covered so you can schedule those by the end of the year.
Dental Insurance Benefits and Treatment Time
We understand the holidays are a hectic time and it’s easy to forget to put your oral health needs on the list. But it should only take a few minutes to give us a call and make your end-of-the-year dental appointments. Especially if you have already met your insurance deductible. If you don’t, then you’ll miss out on much-needed care while your benefits start over again on December 31!
Also, if you require large dental treatments and you’ve already met your insurance deductible, now is the time for getting both preventative and elective treatments handled because after you reach your deductible amount, those out-of-pocket expenses drop significantly in your favor. Each of our Valley View Dental teams works hard to make sure your smile gets the care it deserves. Give us a call to schedule your next visit at a location nearest you, in Romeoville, Naperville and Montgomery, Illinois!