{"id":85,"date":"2021-11-12T14:17:39","date_gmt":"2021-11-12T14:17:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aguilar-dentistry.com\/blog\/?p=85"},"modified":"2021-11-12T14:17:41","modified_gmt":"2021-11-12T14:17:41","slug":"how-to-maximize-your-dental-insurance-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aguilar-dentistry.com\/blog\/2021\/11\/12\/how-to-maximize-your-dental-insurance-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Ways to Maximize Your 2021 Dental Insurance Benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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There is no denying it: prioritizing your oral health is important. After all, healthy teeth help you smile confidently, chew pain-free, and communicate clearly. Not to mention the direct link between your oral health and overall well-being. Fortunately, dental insurance<\/a> helps make your care more affordable \u2013 if you use it properly, that is. If you\u2019re unsure how, keep reading to learn a few tips to maximize your dental insurance benefits in 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Tip #1: Schedule Your Second Checkup and Cleaning of 2021<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re insured, then your plan most likely includes two dental checkups and cleanings. That\u2019s because dental insurance providers know how essential these visits are in preventing costly oral health problems, like cavities and gum disease. With that being said, if you skip one of these preventive care appointments, you don\u2019t get a \u201cbonus\u201d one the following year. So, if your next dental checkup and cleaning aren\u2019t on the calendar, use this as a reminder to schedule it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip #2: If You Have Additional Available Benefits, Use Them!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While dental plans vary from patient to patient, many are centered around a 100-80-50 coverage structure. Basically, that means:<\/p>\n\n\n\n