Does dental insurance cover dentures?
Most comprehensive dental insurance policies include some restorative coverage, which generally means up to 50% of the cost of dentures is covered. Regular deductibles and copays still apply, so the actual cost to the patient is always a substantial amount.
limitations
Most insurance companies have a waiting period for new patients. This waiting period applies to non-emergency procedures, such as dentures, and generally ranges from six to 12 months, but can be as long as two years for some companies. Most plans also have an annual cap that can be as low as $1,000, causing the loss of a filling or cavity early in the year to eat up a large portion of that year's dental allowance.
Some employer dental insurance packages have an option for lower monthly costs but may offer little or no coverage for restorative procedures. Patients must pay the full bill in these cases. If you can wait, it may be worth switching providers during open enrollment to an option that includes denture coverage, as the savings can easily outweigh the higher monthly cost.
Discount dental plans are not insurance; they represent a group that has negotiated discounts and fixed prices for specific dental procedures at a limited number of dental professionals in the area. Those without full dental insurance, and those with limited coverage insurance, can find savings of up to 40-50% compared to regular prices. Make sure the discount plan coverage meets your needs and check that participating dentists in the area don't have prohibitively long waiting lists for new patients. Dental Insurance That Covers Implants And Dentures
All about dental implants
Dental implants are artificial teeth that are fixed in place, look and function like normal teeth.
- A dental implant is an artificial tooth root that is screwed into the jawbone. A dental crown, bridge or prosthesis is then attached to this.
- Dental implants can be used to replace a single tooth (partial implant) or all teeth in both the upper and lower jaw (full implant)
- Dental implants have been used for over 40 years. In Sweden, around 10,000 dental implants are operated on different patients each year.
- The treatment is a permanent and highly appreciated alternative to crowns, bridges, and dentures.
Replacing one or more lost teeth with dental implants can restore both appearance and function and thus improve the quality of life for many patients.
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Questions and answers
On this page, you will find factual and informative information about dental replacement. All information is fact-checked by Marlene Regnander Östergren, Leg. Dentist. The purpose of the content on this page is to help those who are considering dental implants as a treatment option support their decision-making process. However, the information here should only be seen as general guidance and cannot replace a visit to a specialist.
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