You have the right to choose a pediatric dentist for your child

Your child will receive the most appropriate dental care when you make informed decisions with the dentist of your choice. Pediatric dentists are primary care providers, as recognized by the American Dental Association. You can read more about pediatric dentistry at the American Association of Pediatric Dentistry website.

Plans that require referral to a pediatric dentist only after an unsuccessful visit to a general dentist are not in your child's best interest. When offered a choice of dental plans, know what services the plan does and doesn't cover before you enroll. Make sure you can select a pediatric dentist as your child's primary care provider.

Pediatric dentists are right for your child

When you seek pediatric dental care for your child, you are making a wise decision. Pediatric dentists are uniquely qualified by training and experience to provide the most appropriate, cost-effective dental care for children. Pediatric dental care typically costs no more than care provide by a general dentist.

Preventive dentistry can only occur if your child visits the dental office regularly. Some dental plans are designed to minimize coverage for regular examinations, topical fluoride treatments or dental assistants.

You have choices

If you are unhappy with your dental plan, you have options.

Sometimes, the dentist that is right for parents may not be the best choice for a child. When necessary, you may choose to select a pediatric dentist outside your plan even if it means paying some out-of pocket expenses. The cost of this care is worthwhile in the long run.

You can find out if your employer offers less restrictive plans. Know your choices during your re-enrollment period. If you are not happy with your dental coverage, you should consider voicing your opinion to your employer.

Dental Insurance plans differ by:

The services they cover.
Amount they pay for dental procedures.
Whether or not you can decide which dentist to see in order to get the most appropriate care in the most efficient manner.

Some dental insurance plans may limit your right to choose a dentist for your child, or your right to choose a pediatric dentist without first being referred by a general dentist, or your right to choose a pediatric dentist under any circumstance.

What insurance do you accept?

Pediatric Dental Specialists accepts all private insurance carriers, where you do not have to pick from a list of dentists.

How does the billing work?

Our office will bill your insurance company as a courtesy to you, but you must pay the remainder amount not covered by your insurance company upon completion of your visit.

What insurance information do I need to bring with me?

Bring your insurance card with you on your first visit (or any subsequent visit if your insurance company or policy changes)

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