Dr. Dental – Cosmetic Services
Dental Insurance and Why dental implants are considered a cosmetic dental service.
Dental implants for many dental insurance companies fall under a cosmetic dental service or cosmetic dentistry. The problem is that many dental Insurance Companies will not cover or offer benefits for dental implants. One reason is the cost. A general dentist will not usually provide implant services.
To have implants, you must see a cosmetic dentist or a specialist. Remember that many dental insurance plans do not cover specialists either. Therefore the cost of dental implants is still much higher than the cost of dentures, partials, and bridges that are covered under most dental insurance plans. You may get dental implant services by buying a dental discount plan. With a dental discount plan, you can save around 15 to 20 percent off dental implant costs if dental providers are within the plan network.