General Dentistry

What If My Dental Insurance Doesn't Cover Dental Implants?

For years, the dental industry has been advocating implants as the preferable tooth restoration option in most circumstances.

For years, the dental industry has been advocating implants as the preferable tooth restoration option in most circumstances.But many dental insurance providers don't cover dental implants. The dental insurance industry seems to be stuck in 1970. For example, many insurers will cover dental bridges.Clearly, dental insurance providers rarely make coverage decisions based on what is best for the patient.However, you shouldn't give up on dental implant procedures if your dental insurance company doesn't cover them. You may be able to get coverage for part of the procedure. Or your medical insurance may cover part of the course of action.

What to do if your dental insurance company doesn't cover tooth implants

Have your implant dentist provide a detailed implant treatment plan in writing
Armed with your treatment plan, talk to both your dental insurance company and your medical insurance provider
Ask your dental insurance provider if they will give you an allowance equal to the price of a bridge or traditional dentures
Ask your dental insurance provider if they will cover the cost of the crown(s)
If your tooth loss has medical complications, your health insurance provider might cover some elements of the implant treatment
Consider switching dental insurance providers–if your employer offers more than one dental option, contact the other provider(s) to find out if they cover implants
Pay for dental implant procedures instead of premiums: consider not renewing your dental insurance and use the money saved toward the cost of implants
Look into dental implant-specific insurance–some companies are filling a need in the industry by offering dental insurance developed specifically for tooth implants and related services
Ask VeroDental about financing and payment options

Dental implants are a wise investment in your health and quality of life. If you need implants but your insurance doesn't cover them, talk with us at VeroDental.