{"id":86,"date":"2016-11-30T18:41:55","date_gmt":"2016-11-30T18:41:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.ddsdc.com\/?p=86"},"modified":"2016-11-30T18:41:55","modified_gmt":"2016-11-30T18:41:55","slug":"use-2016-dental-benefits-late","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ddsdc.com\/blog\/2016\/11\/30\/use-2016-dental-benefits-late\/","title":{"rendered":"Use Your 2016 Dental Benefits Before It\u2019s Too Late"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"dentist<\/a>The clock is winding down on 2016, and we\u2019d like to encourage you to put one other thing on your holiday shopping list. A visit to the dentist! If you have dental insurance but haven\u2019t used all your benefits for the year, you should know that they will expire when the ball drops on New Year\u2019s Eve. That means you\u2019ll have to reach your deductible all over again to receive discounts in 2017.<\/span><\/p>\n

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At Aesthetic & Family Dentistry of Washington, we accept all PPO (preferred provider organization) plans. We are in-network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Delta, MetLife, Humana Dental, and Cigna. We invite you to<\/span> give us a call<\/span><\/a> to discuss the specifics of your dental insurance plan. <\/span><\/p>\n

Making the Most of Your Dental Insurance<\/span><\/h3>\n

Unsure of how to maximize on your dental insurance? If you have not had two checkups and cleanings this year, that\u2019s a great place to start. Preventive dentistry is fully covered by almost all dental insurance plans, including an annual set of x-rays. Checking up on your teeth even when you don\u2019t think there\u2019s a problem is key to enjoying good oral health for a lifetime. <\/span><\/p>\n

At your checkup and cleaning, our dental hygiene team removes the plaque and tartar buildup that causes decay and infection. Then your dentist visually examines your teeth and any x-rays we\u2019ve taken to look for issues like cavities, worn dental work, gum disease, and even oral cancer. <\/span><\/p>\n

If issues are detected in the checkup, we will put together a plan for restorative dental care. Routine procedures like fillings and root canals are typically 80 percent covered by your insurance plan. A<\/span> CEREC one-day crown<\/span><\/a> is something you can certainly have performed before the year\u2019s end — and this more complex restoration is usually 50 percent covered by your insurance. <\/span><\/p>\n

It may come as a surprise that some insurance plans cover<\/span> cosmetic treatments<\/span><\/a> as well. Tooth-colored fillings and indirect fillings are aesthetic options for restoring teeth following decay or damage. Your cosmetic dentist in Washington DC is committed to enhancing the aesthetic appeal of your smile as much as its health, and we are pleased to help make these treatments even more affordable. <\/span><\/p>\n

To find out more about your specific plan, contact our office today. Prepare a list of questions to make sure you have all of your doubts answered, like\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n