{"id":107,"date":"2021-10-14T07:08:00","date_gmt":"2021-10-14T07:08:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.huntingtonbeachperiodontics.com\/blog\/?p=107"},"modified":"2021-11-27T19:19:07","modified_gmt":"2021-11-27T19:19:07","slug":"are-dental-implants-covered-dental-insurance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.huntingtonbeachperiodontics.com\/blog\/2021\/10\/14\/are-dental-implants-covered-dental-insurance\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Dental Implants Covered by Dental Insurance?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Are you looking to replace your missing teeth but don\u2019t want to spend an arm and a leg? Dental insurance<\/a> helps lower out-of-pocket costs for a wide range of procedures. However, the relationship between insurance and dental implants is a bit complicated. Keep reading to learn how you can get the most out of your coverage and why you may want to start implant treatment sooner rather than later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Dental Insurance and Implant Treatment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While every plan is different, most insurance plans do not include coverage for dental implants. This is because many insurance providers still consider implants to be a primarily cosmetic procedure. However, you may be able to take advantage of your insurance benefits for certain implant-related procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For instance, if you have gum disease or need a tooth removed before you can begin implant treatment, your dental insurance will likely cover a portion of those costs. In addition, your insurance may also cover the crown or bridge that attaches to the top of your implant.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When Is the Best Time to Get Dental Implants?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you want to replace your missing teeth with implants, you should start treatment before the end of the year. To understand why you will need to be familiar with two insurance-related terms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n