{"id":28,"date":"2021-12-08T01:32:00","date_gmt":"2021-12-08T01:32:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sweenyfamilydental.com\/blog\/?p=28"},"modified":"2022-01-08T01:34:42","modified_gmt":"2022-01-08T01:34:42","slug":"will-dental-insurance-cover-emergency-dental-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sweenyfamilydental.com\/blog\/2021\/12\/08\/will-dental-insurance-cover-emergency-dental-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"Will Dental Insurance Cover an Emergency Visit?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sweenyfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/AdobeStock_295098414__1641605447_80613.jpg\" alt=\"patient visiting dentist for dental emergency\" class=\"wp-image-29\" width=\"290\" height=\"192\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sweenyfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/AdobeStock_295098414__1641605447_80613.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.sweenyfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/AdobeStock_295098414__1641605447_80613-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sweenyfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/AdobeStock_295098414__1641605447_80613-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 290px) 100vw, 290px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental emergencies happen when you least expect them to. One second you may be happily munching away at your bucket of popcorn during a movie night, and the next you could feel a searing pain after your tooth came down hard on an unpopped kernel. Your first instinct might be to contact your emergency dentist and make an appointment. However, are you wondering whether or not your dental insurance will help you cover the cost of your visit? Read on for the answer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Types of Dental Insurance Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>First and foremost, you must consider the type of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sweenyfamilydental.com\/dental-insurance.html\">dental insurance<\/a> plan you have. That way, you can get a better understanding of what you can expect to pay for your emergency visit. Let\u2019s take a look at three of the most common types of dental insurance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) <\/strong>\u2013 With a PPO plan, you have the option to visit a dentist both in and out of your provider\u2019s network. However, it\u2019s worth noting that you will generally have a lower out-of-pocket cost if you decide to stick with a practice that\u2019s in-network.<\/li><li><strong>Dental Health Maintenance Organization (DHMO) <\/strong>\u2013 This plan requires you to visit a dentist that your provider has approved of. If you decide to seek care outside of the approved list, you may not be eligible for coverage.<\/li><li><strong>Discount Dental Plans <\/strong>\u2013 These programs provide you with a pre-negotiated rate that you can expect to pay by receiving dental care from a select group of dental practices. Although none of your services will be covered, you will get a discount on the care you receive.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Will Dental Insurance Cover Emergency Dental Care?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you have a PPO or DHMO plan? If you have available benefits for either plan, a portion of your emergency dental visit might be covered by your insurance. For example, while replacing a knocked-out tooth may not be covered, the diagnostic care (such as an X-ray) may be. If you need a treatment like root canal therapy, you\u2019ll likely be responsible for paying a portion of the cost while your dental insurance may only cover 50% of the restoration needed for the affected tooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Your Dentist Can Help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The last thing you want to do while suffering from a dental emergency is worry about the cost. Luckily, your dental team will explain your financing options and help you decide on one that easily fits your budget. If you want to use your dental insurance, your dental team will review the details of your policy and do everything possible to maximize your benefits. Many practices offer plans like CareCredit financing to help split up the total cost of your treatment into smaller, budget-friendly installments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not sure what your dental insurance covers? Contact your insurance provider or ask your dental team for assistance. They\u2019ll help you understand everything you need to know to get the most out of your coverage!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Sweeny Family Dental, we provide exceptional, personalized, and comprehensive dental services that are guaranteed to meet all your oral health needs. Our team will always go the extra mile to ensure you\u2019re completely satisfied with every visit. If you\u2019re unsure whether your dental insurance will cover an emergency visit, we\u2019ll be more than happy to find an answer for you. Visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sweenyfamilydental.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call <strong>(979) 401-2962 <\/strong>to speak to a member of our team.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dental emergencies happen when you least expect them to. One second you may be happily munching away at your bucket of popcorn during a movie night, and the next you could feel a searing pain after your tooth came down hard on an unpopped kernel. 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