subject: The Kinds Of Dental Insurance Coverage [print this page] There are some people who think that once they have acquired a dental plan, they can just go right ahead to any accredited dentist and get the dental treatment they want. Many of these people end up frustrated, feel as though they had been cheated and then end up quarreling with the dentist or the staff when informed that the treatment they wanted are not covered in the insurance policy.
Even today, many people dismiss dental health care as though it were not that important. They think of people who go to dentist for a monthly check up vain. The only time they ever think of using their dental plan is when the pain becomes too much to bear. And when they do, the above stated occurrence happens.
It therefore pays to know and understand what is covered by the dental plan you have acquired, either as part of an employment benefit or something than is covered by a personal health plan. Here below we will discuss the most common dental plan offered today and the benefits or kind of treatments you might expect from such.
Majority of dental insurance companies will tell you that dental procedures are divided into three basic categories: Basic or Restorative, Preventive and Major.
Let us begin with Basic or Restorative. Treatments included herein consist of simple tooth extractions and fillings. Sometimes Root Canals are included though they may be considered 'Major' by some. However, majority of dental plans include Root Canals as part of 'Basic' or 'Restorative'.
'Preventive' varies upon the insurance provider. Most consider routine cleanings and examinations as part of it. Some would include aside from the two X-rays, fluoride and sealants. But again, this would depend upon the insurance company. To further understand what the company offers, read the specifics carefully. You may also want to call the number they provided if you have any questions.
The 'Major' procedures offered by most dental insurance companies include dentures, bridges, crowns, partials and surgical instructions. As stated above, some companies would also list root canal as part of 'Major'.
Always remember that what all dental insurance companies offer varies. It is a must that we check to clarify which dental procedure is included in each specific category. Do not neglect this. Also note that there are insurance companies that have waiting periods for certain procedures- meaning, they can't do it at your leisure. And others do not offer the 'Major' procedures at all. In case the your insurance policy does not cover all three and you think it would be more advantageous if have them all, it would be the best time for you to look for another even if the company you work for already has one for you.
Incase the company you work for does not include insurance for dental health care, it would be best to get one for your own just to be on the safe side. Dental health care is just as important as any health concerns since heart conditions and strokes can be traced to poor dental health and people die everyday from oral cancer. So forget thinking of monthly check ups as something done by the vain alone.
by: Jon Anderson
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