{"id":213,"date":"2023-11-24T15:25:15","date_gmt":"2023-11-24T15:25:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.brushdentist.com\/blog\/?p=213"},"modified":"2023-12-15T15:25:46","modified_gmt":"2023-12-15T15:25:46","slug":"can-dental-insurance-pay-for-cosmetic-dentistry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.brushdentist.com\/blog\/2023\/11\/24\/can-dental-insurance-pay-for-cosmetic-dentistry\/","title":{"rendered":"Could Dental Insurance Possibly Pay for Cosmetic Treatments?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brushdentist.com\/blog\/2023\/11\/24\/can-dental-insurance-pay-for-cosmetic-dentistry\/\" class=\"block-image-link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.brushdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/AdobeStock_167875584__1700687747_14029.jpg\" alt=\"A couple talking to their dentists about cosmetic dentistry and insurance\" class=\"wp-image-214\" style=\"width:310px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.brushdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/AdobeStock_167875584__1700687747_14029.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.brushdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/AdobeStock_167875584__1700687747_14029-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.brushdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/AdobeStock_167875584__1700687747_14029-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Getting things like fillings, cleanings, and checkups covered by your insurance is easy, but what about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brushdentist.com\/cosmetic-dentistry.html\">cosmetic dentistry treatments<\/a>? Can your dental insurance step in to help you achieve that perfect smile you&#8217;ve been dreaming of? The answer lies within your insurance plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to learn what to look for to see if your insurance will cover your treatments, continue reading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Check Your Plan<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Somewhere in the pages of text and fine print, you\u2019ll find sections that detail the procedures your insurance is willing to cover. It will list each one as either \u201crestorative\u201d or \u201celective.\u201d These two terms are what you should keep an eye out for as you read through your plan as they will determine where a particular treatment falls on the spectrum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Some Types of Restorative Treatments are Cosmetic Dentistry<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Insurance loves to save money. Not paying out is how they make a profit, so they are likely to cover preventing damage to your teeth. Preventive services are usually covered 100 percent under most plans for this reason.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Restorative treatments like fillings and crowns are the next best thing to prevention. These are usually performed by your dentist to fix decayed teeth or stop decay from spreading. They can also be considered cosmetic dentistry because they additionally restore the aesthetics of your smile. Generally, these are covered under \u201cminor restorative\u201d treatments at 80 percent, but you\u2019ll need to check your plan to be sure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Elective Treatments Need to be Proven<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Elective treatments are usually not covered under most dental insurance plans. This is a term that constitutes a \u201cwant\u201d and not a \u201cneed.\u201d These are treatments like dental veneers or teeth whitening. However, there may be some exceptions to this rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, if you had a tooth in the front of your mouth that needed to be repaired but a crown would cause more harm than good, your dentist could argue for an exception. They would need to submit X-rays and observations to your insurance company asking for the treatment to be covered. This won\u2019t always work, but it is an option available to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if you\u2019re trying to figure out which cosmetic procedures your insurance will pay for, check your plan. Now that you know the terminology, you\u2019ll be better prepared to have a conversation with your dentist. The smile you desire is within reach, so don\u2019t delay. Make an appointment as soon as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brushdentist.com\/about-us.html\">Brush Dental<\/a> you\u2019ll find caring and talented dental professionals with a wide range of capabilities. Where you need a simple filling or a dental implant, they can create a treatment plan that is customized to your needs. To schedule an appointment, call (469) 723-4000 or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brushdentist.com\/\">visit the website<\/a> to learn more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Getting things like fillings, cleanings, and checkups covered by your insurance is easy, but what about cosmetic dentistry treatments? Can your dental insurance step in to help you achieve that perfect smile you&#8217;ve been dreaming of? The answer lies within your insurance plan. 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