New Haven Dental Group is a 42 North Dental Care, PLLC practice and is owned and operated by dentists Dr. Samuel Shames, DDM. and Dr. Ronald Weissman, DDM. Gentle Dental is supported by 42 North Dental, LLC, a dental support organization that provides non-clinical administrative and business support services to the practice. 42 North Dental, LLC does not own or operate the dental practice or employ dentists to provide dental services. Find more information about 42 North Dental, LLC and the dental practices it supports at 42northdental.com.
As you adapt to the rising cost of living, you may be looking for ways to cut out unnecessary expenses. For example, you may be cancelling some services and subscriptions that you do not use very often. You might even be thinking about getting rid of your dental insurance. Before you do that, though, you should pause to consider how your policy benefits you. In fact, it could actually help you save money!
Preventive Care Is Covered
It is common for dental insurance to cover 100% of the cost of preventive care, including services like cleanings, exams, and X-rays. In many cases, the value of such services alone exceeds the cost of an insurance policy’s annual premium.
You Can Prevent Expensive Procedures
If you diligently visit your dentist every six months, you give them the opportunity to identify oral health problems before they become severe. If they do spot a minor issue that requires restorative care, your procedure is likely to be fast, simple, and affordable. For example, if you require a filling, your insurance might cover 80% of its cost.
Without insurance, you are less likely to visit your dentist for regular exams. Dental health problems like decay and gum disease might sneakily progress to the point where they become quite serious. You could end up paying several thousand dollars to get your oral health back on track.
You Can Protect Your Overall Health
Did you know that there is a strong connection between oral health and overall health? For example, gum disease can increase your risk of heart attack, stroke, dementia, and other serious medical conditions. If you use your dental insurance to maintain a healthy smile, you might delay or prevent the onset of such issues and thereby save money on overall medical costs.
You Can Find a Dentist Easily
Most dental insurance networks include hundreds or thousands of dentists across the United States. If you have a dental emergency while you are far from home, you may be able to use your insurance policy’s online portal to find a nearby dentist who is in your network and who has a reputation for providing top-quality care.
On the surface, it might seem like dental insurance is an unnecessary expense. That is not true! In fact, your policy could help you save money year after year.
Meet the Practice
New Haven Dental Group has a long history of providing top-quality care for the New Haven community. We accept more than 200 different dental insurance plans and are always eager to help patients maximize their benefits. To learn more about how we can care for your smile without breaking your budget, get in touch with us at 203-712-4068.