{"id":186,"date":"2020-10-21T22:16:00","date_gmt":"2020-10-21T22:16:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.theoakbrookdentist.com\/blog\/?p=186"},"modified":"2020-11-18T22:20:49","modified_gmt":"2020-11-18T22:20:49","slug":"invisalign-mckinney-insurance-cover-end-of-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.theoakbrookdentist.com\/blog\/2020\/10\/21\/invisalign-mckinney-insurance-cover-end-of-year\/","title":{"rendered":"Why the End of the Year Is the Best Time to Start Invisalign"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theoakbrookdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/AdobeStock_361934365__1605048843_68396-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Smiling woman holding Invisalign aligners while outside\" class=\"wp-image-187\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theoakbrookdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/AdobeStock_361934365__1605048843_68396-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theoakbrookdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/AdobeStock_361934365__1605048843_68396-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theoakbrookdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/AdobeStock_361934365__1605048843_68396.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theoakbrookdentist.com\/invisalign.html\">Invisalign in McKinney<\/a> is an excellent way to get a straighter, healthier smile without an awkward mouth full of metal. Correcting crooked teeth is an investment in both your confidence and oral health that\u2019s well-worth the cost. In fact, now is the best time to make the most out of your dental insurance and save money on an orthodontic treatment! Read on to find out why the end of the year is the best time to start your journey towards a straighter smile with Invisalign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Invisalign Saves You Money in the Long-Run<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Straighter teeth can be just as good for your wallet as they are for your smile. An Invisalign treatment can help:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Lower your risk of oral health issues: <\/strong>Misaligned teeth create hard-to-clean spaces that trap plaque and bacteria. Eliminating those areas with straighter teeth lowers your risk of tooth decay, gum disease, and other oral health issues, as well as the expenses that come with treating them.<\/li><li><strong>Protect your teeth from damage: <\/strong>An uneven amount of pressure is placed on crooked teeth, which can eventually lead to chips and cracks. Aligning your teeth will help protect them from damage.<\/li><li><strong>Prevent jaw problems and TMJ disorder: <\/strong>Crooked teeth often come with bite issues like underbite, overbite, and crossbite. These problems put extra stress on the jaw joints, which can cause soreness, stiffness, and TMJ disorder.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Understanding the Basics of Dental Insurance Coverage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental insurance policies cover certain types of dental treatments differently. For example, most plans will cover preventive services like checkups at 100%, but larger procedures like root canals may only be covered up to 50%. Does dental insurance cover Invisalign? The short answer is usually yes, to some extent. Some will pay a pre-set percentage of the cost or a predetermined dollar amount. However, nearly all plans have an annual maximum, which is the most your insurance company is willing to pay to cover the price of your treatments. Once your policy has paid out that amount, you\u2019ll be responsible for the remaining expenses. The timing of your Invisalign treatment can save you money and make the most of your dental insurance benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You Should Start Invisalign Before the Year Ends<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>By now, it\u2019s likely that you\u2019ve already met your deductible, or the amount you need to pay before your dental insurance policy begins to cover your treatments. However, when the year ends and your insurance plan renews, your deductible will be reset and the remainder of your annual maximum will expire. Beginning your Invisalign treatment before the end of the year will ensure that your insurance pays for parts of it with your annual maximum. If you wait until next year, you will likely need to pay for all your treatment as part of your deductible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re close to meeting your annual maximum or if you don\u2019t have dental insurance, don\u2019t hesitate to talk to your McKinney dentist. They\u2019ll help you plan out your treatment and review your payment and financing options to help make getting your new smile as affordable as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Dr. Nathan Coughlin of OakBrook Dental &amp; Orthodontics is proud to help the families of McKinney and the surrounding communities get the straighter, healthier smiles they deserve. His passion and dedication to orthodontics has earned him the \u201cOutstanding Orthodontic Achievement Award\u201d from USC and the prestigious title of Diplomate of Orthodontics. He would be happy to help make your Invisalign treatment as affordable as possible, whether that\u2019s through maximizing your dental insurance, providing financing options through CareCredit, or offering their in-house payment plan. To learn more about the cost of Invisalign, he can be reached via his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theoakbrookdentist.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or at <strong>(469) 526-4040. <\/strong>&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Invisalign in McKinney is an excellent way to get a straighter, healthier smile without an awkward mouth full of metal. Correcting crooked teeth is an investment in both your confidence and oral health that\u2019s well-worth the cost. 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