{"id":1048,"date":"2016-10-19T14:50:46","date_gmt":"2016-10-19T14:50:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.leslatnerdds.com\/blog\/?p=1048"},"modified":"2016-10-19T14:50:46","modified_gmt":"2016-10-19T14:50:46","slug":"dentist-los-angeles-urges-use-benefits-2017","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.leslatnerdds.com\/blog\/dentist-los-angeles-urges-use-benefits-2017\/","title":{"rendered":"Dentist in Los Angeles Urges You to Use Your Benefits Before 2017"},"content":{"rendered":"\"dentist<\/a>We\u2019re already drawing near the end of 2016 — a year that saw the <\/span>withdrawal<\/span><\/a> of England from the EU, the <\/span>death<\/span><\/a> of some of music\u2019s most <\/span>talented<\/span><\/a>, and a presidential campaign like no other in our own country. It\u2019s been a weird year. But there are still two months left, and that leaves us asking one (less exciting but still important) question: have you made the most of your dental benefits in 2016? If you have dental insurance, it\u2019s not too late to reap the rewards of your investment. <\/span>Your dentist<\/span><\/a> in Los Angeles is here to help.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n

Take Advantage of Your Dental Benefits<\/span><\/h3>\r\nMany people don\u2019t have dental insurance in the US — and you\u2019re fortunate. If you have employer-provided dental insurance, or if you\u2019re individually insured, make sure you\u2019re taking advantage of your coverage. Dental insurance covers your preventive dental care, meaning you can receive two checkups and cleanings at absolutely no cost. And your plan may also cover x-rays or dental sealants and fluoride treatments. <\/span>\r\n\r\nBut the question is — have you made the most out of your plan?<\/span>\r\n\r\nIf you have met your deductible for 2016 but have yet to reach your annual maximum, it\u2019s time to cash in on what your insurance provider owes you. The annual maximum is the amount they will cover for your dental care. Most dental insurance plans renew with the start of the new year, meaning that when the clock strikes 12 on New Year\u2019s Eve, your benefits expire and you\u2019ll have to meet your deductible all over again. <\/span>\r\n\r\nHow can you make sure you\u2019re getting everything you\u2019re owed? By taking some time to understand just what you are eligible for with your dental insurance. Contact your provider directly, or discuss your coverage with your employer. Make a list of questions beforehand to ensure all of your doubts are answered. <\/span>\r\n\r\nSome questions that you may want to ask include\u2026<\/span>\r\n