{"id":3113,"date":"2021-10-28T18:58:00","date_gmt":"2021-10-28T18:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beckdentalcare.com\/blog\/?p=3113"},"modified":"2021-11-28T18:58:50","modified_gmt":"2021-11-28T18:58:50","slug":"4-ways-dental-insurance-columbia-saves-money","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beckdentalcare.com\/blog\/4-ways-dental-insurance-columbia-saves-money\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Ways Visiting a Dentist Saves Money"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-3114\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beckdentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/save-money-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Hand putting coin in blue piggy bank\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beckdentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/save-money-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.beckdentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/save-money-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.beckdentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/save-money-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.beckdentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/save-money-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.beckdentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/save-money.jpg 1572w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>You know you\u2019re supposed to visit your dentist twice a year, but times have been tough. If you\u2019ve had to cut your expenses, routine dental appointments may have been one thing to go. If you don\u2019t have any current oral health concerns, why waste money at a dentist? Despite your intentions, skipping semi-annual cleanings and checkups significantly increases your long-term oral health costs. You don\u2019t want to pinch pennies when it comes to dental care, or you may end up with a large bill in the future. You can invest in a healthy smile without breaking the bank. Here are 4 ways you can save money using your dental insurance in Columbia.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. 100% Coverage for Preventive Dentistry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The American Dental Association recommends a cleaning and checkup every 6 months. Research shows every $1 spent on prevention can save up to $50 on restorative and emergency fees. While you might believe your toothbrush and floss are enough to keep tooth decay and gum disease at bay, your dentist is invaluable for safeguarding your smile. You can benefit from the power of prevention using your dental insurance for 100% coverage after a co-payment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Avoid an Expensive Dental Emergency<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You may never expect it to happen to you, but 1 in 6 Americans has a dental emergency annually. Not all are caused by injury to the mouth. They often result from a dental problem that has been lingering in the mouth, like an untreated cavity. Besides the expense of a sudden bill, dental emergencies account for 92.4 million hours of lost school or work annually. You can avoid an unexpected day of income loss by visiting your dentist for preventive services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Treat Dental Problems for Minimal Expense<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many Americans admit to delaying dental treatments because they are concerned about the cost, despite knowing it may be more expensive to resolve later. You don\u2019t have to wait to get the care you need, even if money is tight. Your dental insurance can pay up to 80% of the cost of common restorative treatments, like fillings, tooth extractions, and root canal therapy. After reaching your deductible, you can use your coverage to offset the amount you\u2019ll need to pay until hitting your yearly limit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Use What You\u2019ve Paid For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dental benefits reset at the end of the calendar year. Anything you don\u2019t use won\u2019t carry over into the following year. You won\u2019t be reimbursed for your premiums or deductible. You are basically throwing money in the trash if you aren\u2019t utilizing your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beckdentalcare.com\/dental-insurance.html\">dental insurance<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t wait until it\u2019s too late. Visit your dentist today to invest in lower oral health expenses while achieving the healthy smile you deserve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Beck Dental Care<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beckdentalcare.com\/about-us.html\">Beck Dental Care<\/a> is committed to creating healthy smiles for reduced rates. Our team of dentists is in-network with many dental insurances, including Delta Dental, United Healthcare, and BlueCross BlueShield. If you have coverage you\u2019re about to lose, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beckdentalcare.com\/contact-us.html\">contact our office<\/a> today to maximize your dental insurance.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You know you\u2019re supposed to visit your dentist twice a year, but times have been tough. If you\u2019ve had to cut your expenses, routine dental appointments may have been one thing to go. If you don\u2019t have any current oral health concerns, why waste money at a dentist? 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