{"id":67,"date":"2021-09-13T19:42:00","date_gmt":"2021-09-13T19:42:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oceansidedental.net\/blog\/?p=67"},"modified":"2021-10-13T19:42:28","modified_gmt":"2021-10-13T19:42:28","slug":"maximize-dental-insurance-benefits-dentist-in-hampton","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oceansidedental.net\/blog\/maximize-dental-insurance-benefits-dentist-in-hampton\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Ways to Make the Most of Your Dental Insurance Benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oceansidedental.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/AdobeStock_194283951__1562092060_27919-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"woman giving a thumbs up while visiting her dentist in Hampton\" class=\"wp-image-68\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oceansidedental.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/AdobeStock_194283951__1562092060_27919-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oceansidedental.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/AdobeStock_194283951__1562092060_27919-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.oceansidedental.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/AdobeStock_194283951__1562092060_27919.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re like most people with dental insurance, you probably have a basic idea of how it works. You pay a monthly premium and you get access to discounts on certain treatments, right? Sort of. While medical insurance works that way, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oceansidedental.net\/dental-insurance.html\">dental insurance<\/a> is slightly different. Unfortunately, many people don\u2019t realize this, causing them to waste hundreds of dollars\u2019 worth of dental care each year. Don\u2019t throw your coverage down the drain \u2013 instead, read these three tips from a dentist in Hampton on how to maximize your dental insurance benefits!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Schedule Two Dental Checkups Per Year<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of treating health issues as they arise (like medical insurance), dental insurance focuses on preventing health problems in the first place. For this reason, most dental insurance providers will fully cover the cost of two <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oceansidedental.net\/preventive-dentistry.html\">checkups and cleanings<\/a> per year. They\u2019re less likely to cover treatments for cavities, gum disease, and other oral health concerns that could have been prevented at these routine visits. To save yourself time and money \u2013 and prevent your coverage from going to waste \u2013 schedule another checkup before the end of the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Get Any Recommended Treatments Taken Care of Before 2021 Ends<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>During your exam, your dentist will let you know whether you\u2019ll need a filling, root canal therapy, gum disease treatment, or other procedures to maintain a healthy smile. Ideally, you should book those appointments as soon as possible. By this point in the year, you\u2019ve probably already met your deductible but not your annual maximum. Therefore, you might still have some coverage left that you can put toward the treatments you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Remember That Your Plan Probably Resets in January<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The majority of dental insurance plans reset on January 1<sup>st<\/sup>. Any coverage that you haven\u2019t used by then will most likely disappear and NOT roll over into the next year. If you haven\u2019t met your annual limit yet, you\u2019re letting your benefits \u2013 and the premiums you\u2019re paying \u2013 go to waste! Luckily, you still have a couple of months before 2021 draws to a close. Make the most of that time by finding out how you can use your remaining benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Has it been more than six months since your last routine dental visit? If so, you\u2019ll definitely want to schedule another one soon \u2013 especially if you have dental insurance. It\u2019ll benefit your wallet and your smile! &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Oceanside Family Dental, we pride ourselves on providing comprehensive, affordable dental care to patients of all ages in the Hampton, NH community. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oceansidedental.net\/neelima-ravi-dmd.html\">Dr. Neelima Ravi<\/a>, our general dentist, has teamed up with experienced periodontist <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oceansidedental.net\/charles-braga-dmd.html\">Dr. Charles Braga<\/a> to create a one-stop shop for families\u2019 smiles. We welcome all dental insurance plans, and even offer in-network savings for patients with Cigna or Northeast Delta Dental Premier plans. To learn more about maximizing your dental insurance benefits, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oceansidedental.net\/contact.html\">contact our practice<\/a> at 603-926-1551.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re like most people with dental insurance, you probably have a basic idea of how it works. You pay a monthly premium and you get access to discounts on certain treatments, right? Sort of. While medical insurance works that way, dental insurance is slightly different. 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