{"id":454,"date":"2023-11-07T21:58:00","date_gmt":"2023-11-07T21:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ismiledentalarts.com\/blog\/?p=454"},"modified":"2024-01-07T22:01:55","modified_gmt":"2024-01-07T22:01:55","slug":"5-things-to-consider-when-shopping-for-dental-insurance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ismiledentalarts.com\/blog\/5-things-to-consider-when-shopping-for-dental-insurance\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to Consider When Choosing Dental Insurance"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"DentalDid you know that your oral and overall well-being are closely connected? Healthy teeth and gums are more important than ever before, but they don\u2019t happen by chance. Brushing and flossing aren\u2019t enough to keep your mouth healthy. The American Dental Association recommends seeing a dentist every 6 months for a cleaning and checkup. Dental insurance<\/a> is an investment in reduced rates for the services you need for optimal oral health. It\u2019s open enrollment time, but you don\u2019t want to just pick any dental plan. Here are 5 important things to consider when choosing dental insurance.<\/p>\n

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1. Premiums, Deductibles, and Limits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll pay monthly premiums for your policy, which gives you access to a nationwide network of dental professionals. In addition to preventive care, your dental insurance will pay some of the expenses for medically necessary treatments after you meet your annual deductible. The amount that must be paid varies, depending on the insurer and your policy. Your insurance will pay some of the expenses until you reach your yearly limit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Services Covered By the Dental Plan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most dental plans follow the same breakdown of services:<\/p>\n\n\n\n