Are Dental Implants Covered By Dental Insurance?
Receiving clear answers about what's covered under health insurance and dental coverage can be challenging and overwhelming, especially for specialty dental procedures like dental implants. It's common for patients to wonder if their health or dental insurance will cover the cost of their dental implants.
The answer depends on what insurance provider you have coverage under and what type of implant treatment you receive. It's best to check with your insurance company, your dentist, and their billing department to get clear answers about what might be covered and what is not.
Insurance Coverage for Dental Implants
Unfortunately, most dental and medical insurance companies don't offer coverage for the dental implant itself—typically because it is still categorized as a cosmetic procedure. However, some implant-related procedures, like bone grafting and tissue regeneration, are covered by some plans. At Family and Implant Dentistry, our experienced and knowledgeable insurance specialists are happy to file a pre-treatment plan to your insurance company whenever necessary to help determine what they will cover.
Getting Implants Without Insurance Coverage
Even if your insurance policy doesn't provide coverage for dental implants, you can still move forward with getting the implants you want and need. You will simply have to pay out of pocket for them. Your insurance company can't tell you if you can get them or not.
Frequently Asked Questions About Implants
How Do I Know If I Am an Ideal Candidate For Dental Implants?
To be a candidate for dental implants, you must have two things: an adequate quantity of jaw bone at the time of placement and a dedication and willingness to be compliant with instructions and proper dental implant follow-up care. However, the good news is that most interested patients are qualified candidates for implants.
Only a handful of medical and dental conditions would make someone unsuitable for dental implant surgery. If you are considering implants, a qualified dentist must examine your mouth thoroughly. They must also review your medical and dental history. If your mouth is not ideal for implants, there are options for achieving the smile you want.
Do Dental Implants Need Special Care, and How Long Do They Last?
Once your dental implants are in place, they should last for several years if you take good care of them and practice good oral care. You will need to set aside time for good oral hygiene practices (brushing and flossing) and attend regular appointments with your dental specialists. Properly cared for and maintained implants will last indefinitely.
Dental Implants at Family and Implant Dentistry
Dental implants can be your doorway to peace of mind and renewed self-confidence but monetary concerns can close that door. At Family and Implant Dentistry, we understand that getting the dental implants you need while working with insurance and a budget can be challenging.
You can count on us to work with you and your insurance company to come up with the best way to pay for your dental implants.
Contact Family and Implant Dentistry at 402-486-0825 or send us a message, and we will contact you as soon as possible.