Invisalign has taken the world of modern dentistry by storm, and these days more patients than ever before are deciding to straighten their smiles with the help of clear aligners. That said, did you know that you can actually make the most of your dental insurance benefits by starting Invisalign before the calendar year ends? If you’ve been on the fence about it, here’s what you need to know so you can confidently commit to orthodontic treatment.
Why Invisalign?
Most patients imagine braces when they think about straightening their smiles, as the metal brackets and wires have been a staple of orthodontic treatment for decades. However, clear aligners like Invisalign don’t have any metal to draw attention, which is something that adult patients in particular can really appreciate. This means that as you navigate your professional career or social life, you won’t feel self-conscious about your smile at all.
Beyond this, because the aligners come out for eating and cleaning, your day-to-day routine barely changes. For older teens and working professionals alike, it’s an easy way to fit orthodontic treatment into your life seamlessly.
Use Your Benefits Before They Expire
Dental insurance has several purposes, and most people end up using it primarily for their two routine checkups and cleanings each year, or unexpected emergency visits and the associated care. But beyond this, insurance can also include benefits for all kinds of different treatments that are deemed medically necessary and benefit your future oral health—and Invisalign can fall into this category.
Most plans are typically structured on a calendar-year basis, which means any deductible you’ve met and any benefits you haven’t used will reset at the start of January. Simply put, if you begin Invisalign treatment before the year ends, you have a better chance of applying this year’s coverage toward your total cost rather than starting over with a fresh deductible in the new year.
There’s rarely a downside to starting sooner rather than later when it comes to orthodontic treatment, especially when unused insurance dollars are on the line. If you’ve been on the fence about straightening your smile with Invisalign, don’t wait for the winter season to roll around; summer is a great time to get started!
About the Practice
Our team here at Ralph Avenue Dental Care has been a staple here in the Brooklyn community for several years, offering a wide range of preventive, cosmetic, and restorative treatment options, including Invisalign. If you have any questions or you’re ready to schedule an appointment for yourself or a family member, you can call or reach out online to learn more. Telephone: (718) 531-0300.