Dental Insurance Corpus Christi
How Dental Insurance Works with Periodontics
Even though we are a specialty dental office, we still get the same question that is asked in every dental office every day, “Will my dental insurance cover this?” We understand that the affordability of your periodontal treatment is extremely important, which is why we’re happy to accept many dental insurance plans here at our Corpus Christi periodontal office. To learn how we might be able to use your dental insurance to help you save with us, be sure to read our quick guide below. If you have any questions about your particular policy, don’t hesitate to reach out to our South Texas Periodontics & Implants team.
Understanding How Dental Insurance Works
Dental insurance and health insurance share a lot of similarities in that in exchange for a monthly premium, you received discounted care. With dental insurance, the highest amount of coverage is usually dedicated to preventive treatments like checkups and cleanings. However, many plans also offer benefits to help pay for procedures like gum disease therapy and dental implant placement. In fact, many providers have special periodontal plans designed to specifically help the type of patients we routinely see in our periodontal office.
What Does My Dental Insurance Cover?
For gum disease therapy, most plans will help pay for procedures like scaling and root planing as well as periodontal maintenance. If a gum treatment is more advanced (like gum graft), however, the coverage can vary quite a bit from plan to plan. While these types of procedures might be included on a periodontal insurance plan, they may not be part of a regular dental insurance policy.
Some plans will help pay for dental implant placement, but others may only cover procedures that occur in tandem with dental implants. Instead of the surgery itself, patients can expect their benefits to help with things like exams, X-rays, sedation, and the restoration that goes on top of their implants.
Our Accepted Dental Insurance Providers
South Texas Periodontics & Implants is willing to accept any dental insurance plan that offers coverage for periodontal treatment/dental implant care. We recommend going over your benefits with our team before deciding on treatment so you have a clear idea of your financial commitment. We can discuss these details with you during your initial consultation so you and our team are on the same page right from the beginning.
Welcoming VA Patients
At South Texas Periodontics & Implants, we are proud to serve those who have served our country. If you are a veteran and qualify for VA dental benefits, you may be eligible to receive specialized periodontal care through our practice. We are now accepting VA patients and can help guide you through the referral and approval process to make accessing care as smooth as possible.
If you’re unsure whether your VA benefits cover treatment at our office, just give us a call. Our team is happy to assist you in understanding your options and helping you get started.