{"id":373,"date":"2024-01-05T21:51:48","date_gmt":"2024-01-05T21:51:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.novaoms.net\/blog\/?p=373"},"modified":"2024-02-13T21:54:20","modified_gmt":"2024-02-13T21:54:20","slug":"when-is-sedation-dentistry-covered-by-insurance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.novaoms.net\/blog\/?p=373","title":{"rendered":"When Is Sedation Dentistry Covered by Insurance?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"168\" src=\"https:\/\/www.novaoms.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-300x168.png\" alt=\"a patient visiting their dentist \" class=\"wp-image-374\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.novaoms.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-300x168.png 300w, https:\/\/www.novaoms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-768x430.png 768w, https:\/\/www.novaoms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image.png 975w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re afraid of going to the dentist, you\u2019re far from alone\u2014it\u2019s estimated that around 36% of people in the US have a fear of dental treatment! But this fear is never something that should prevent you from seeking out the care your smile needs, especially when sedation dentistry might be able to help! However, you might be worried about if you can use your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.novaoms.net\/dental-insurance.html\">dental insurance<\/a> policy to cover this specific type of treatment. Here\u2019s what you need to know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When Does Insurance Cover Sedation Dentistry?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although sedation dentistry is incredibly beneficial, it unfortunately isn\u2019t always considered a necessity when it comes to dental care. This means that many dental insurance plans don\u2019t offer much in the way of coverage for it. However, there are a few notable exceptions to this rule that you should keep in mind:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If using dental sedation lowers the overall cost of treatment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If the patient has a medical condition that makes it impossible for them to receive dental care without sedation; this applies to cerebral palsy, autism, and other similar conditions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If the procedure in question is especially complex or requires surgery; some treatments simply cannot be performed without the assistance of dental sedation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If the patient is enrolled in a more expensive policy that provides specific benefits for sedation dentistry.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What If I Don\u2019t Have Coverage for Sedation Dentistry?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s always crucial to check the specifics of your plan before committing to any type of dental treatment, whether sedation is involved or not. That said, if your plan doesn\u2019t include any benefits for sedation, don\u2019t fret! Many practices offer various means of making sedation dentistry more affordable; this includes things like in-house savings plans, third-party financing, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In any case, you must also consider the awesome benefits of sedation dentistry\u2014you simply can\u2019t put a price on the peace of mind it\u2019s able to provide for some patients with dental-related anxiety. When it comes to oral health issues, they often have the tendency to worsen over time, and if you aren\u2019t visiting the dentist due to anxiety, you\u2019re only making things worse. Sedation is an accessible solution for getting your smile the crucial care it needs without causing you too much stress!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The team at Northern Virginia Oral, Maxillofacial, &amp; Implant Surgery has proudly served patients in the Burke, Reston, and Alexandria communities for several years. They\u2019re thrilled to offer a wide range of restorative services as well as various sedation options. If you have any questions about the blog or you\u2019d like to get in touch with their team to set up a visit for you or someone you know, feel free to visit their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.novaoms.net\/contact.html\">website<\/a> for more information and to find the closest office to you!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re afraid of going to the dentist, you\u2019re far from alone\u2014it\u2019s estimated that around 36% of people in the US have a fear of dental treatment! 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