{"id":101,"date":"2017-07-16T13:52:51","date_gmt":"2017-07-16T13:52:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.summercreekdentistry.com\/blog\/?p=101"},"modified":"2017-08-16T13:54:47","modified_gmt":"2017-08-16T13:54:47","slug":"make-going-dentist-affordable-without-insurance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.summercreekdentistry.com\/blog\/2017\/07\/16\/make-going-dentist-affordable-without-insurance\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Make Going to the Dentist Affordable Without Insurance"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"WeWhile most people don\u2019t know a tremendous amount about how dentistry actually works, what they do know is that it can be quite an investment. Dental insurance is supposed to offset the cost, but if you\u2019re one of the 140 million Americans currently without coverage<\/a>, this doesn\u2019t particularly help you. This might be alright for now if you don\u2019t have a pressing dental problem, but you (or someone in your family) will definitely need dental care in the future, so what can you do to make sure going to the dentist doesn\u2019t put a financial strain on your family? At Summer Creek Dentistry, we believe that insurance coverage (or a lack thereof) should never dictate a person\u2019s access to dental care, and today, we\u2019re going to share how our practice makes sure that finances never stand in the way of a person\u2019s smile.<\/p>\n

How Insurance Dictates Care<\/h2>\n

There are many different kinds of dental insurance plans, but they basically work using the same principle, as in the insurance company covers a portion of the cost for certain dental procedures. The keyword in that sentence is certain<\/em>, as in not all <\/em>procedures are covered. Most plans do not cover cosmetic treatments (even if they can improve a person\u2019s health and function) or dental implant surgery<\/a>, for example.<\/p>\n

Due to this inconsistent coverage, we see time and time again that a patient will choose a treatment because it will be covered rather than<\/em> the treatment they actually need or want. They\u2019re letting their insurance dictate their healthcare. While we completely understand this, as clinicians, we frankly hate it. Our number one priority is to provide the best care possible, and while many practices will leave you to deal with the finances on your own, we go a step beyond and make sure your wallet never stands in the way of a healthy, beautiful smile.<\/p>\n

How We Can Help<\/h2>\n

If you currently do not have dental insurance, or if you need a treatment that is not covered by your plan, we have a number of options that can help make your dental care much more affordable.<\/p>\n

Firstly, we have our own Summer Creek Dentistry Wellness Plans<\/a>. For just one flat fee each year, you\u2019ll completely cover your standard preventive care (checkups, cleanings, x-rays) and have access to sizeable discounts for a wide variety of additional services. This is very similar to the benefits offered by dental insurance, except it\u2019s actually better. <\/strong>With our plans, you get all of the good with none of the bad. With us, you\u2019ll never have to deal with copays, deductibles, annual maximums, or waiting periods. After you\u2019ve signed up, you\u2019ll instantly have access to inexpensive dental care that will keep you and your entire family\u2019s smiles healthy for the whole year.<\/p>\n

Plus, if you would rather not sign up for one of our plans, we can also help you get low to no interest financing with CareCredit<\/a>. They are a third-party financier organization, and they have helped over 6 million people across the country afford their dental care. With CareCredit, you can get a plan that will break up your out-of-pocket costs into smaller monthly payments. They have a wide variety of plans, so you\u2019ll always be able to find one that works for you.<\/p>\n

Any Questions?<\/h2>\n

In the end, our goal is to make sure your oral health, appearance, and confidence are preserved for a lifetime, and we\u2019ll make sure finances never stand in the way of that. If you\u2019d like to learn more about all of the ways your \u201cdentist near me\u201d can help make your dental care more affordable, simply contact us today<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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