Dentist Accepting Dental Insurance in Richardson

Helping You Make the Most of Your Smile’s Coverage

If you have a dental insurance plan, we can guarantee that you’ll be able to use it to save on your care here at Dentistry By Canyon Creek. Our knowledgeable team is also happy to answer any questions you might have about your coverage and show you how to get the most out of your benefits. Below, you’ll find a quick and easy guide that covers the basics of dental insurance, but if there’s anything else you’d like to know, be sure to give us a call!

Understanding How Dental Insurance Works

Dental insurance and medical insurance share a lot of similarities, but what’s important to keep in mind is that while medical insurance is intended to help people with sudden, urgent problems (like a heart attack or car accident), dental insurance is usually more focused on prevention. It’s intended to help people afford basic services so they can take care of small problems early before they require more expensive care. Simply put, it’s easier and more cost-effective to prevent dental problems than treat them after the fact.

What Your Dental Insurance Plan Covers

Every plan is slightly different, but overall, most have dental insurance benefits that follow this breakdown:

  • Preventive care services like checkups, cleanings, X-rays, dental sealants, and fluoride treatments are often covered 80-100%.
  • Restorative services such as fillings, crowns, dentures, extractions, and root canal therapy are partially covered, normally 45-75%.
  • Cosmetic services, including teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, and cosmetic bonding, are typically not covered because they are considered elective procedures.

Basically, if you’re looking to save as much as possible with your plan, the best thing to do is simply attend your two recommended checkups and cleanings each year! Your insurance will likely cover these visits, plus they’ll lower your likelihood of needing restorative treatments, helping you save on your dental care as time goes by.

We Offer In-Network Savings & Welcome Out of Network Providers

At Dentistry By Canyon Creek, we pride ourselves on being an insurance-friendly practice, as we accept virtually all PPO plans. We are also in-network with most providers, meaning we’re able to offer even more savings compared to an out-of-network practice. However, if you have an out-of-network plan, we still recommend giving us a call!

We are currently in-network with the following insurance plans:

  • Aetna
  • MetLife
  • Cigna