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During this time of the year, many people are preparing for\nthe holidays and working tirelessly to complete any unfinished business. A\nlocal dentist says there\u2019s something else that should be at the top of their\nlist of priorities, though: to get in for a visit. Otherwise, they run the risk\nof wasting their dental insurance and enduring a host of unnecessary dental\nhealth<\/a> issues. Continue reading to find out why there is such an urgency to\ntake action now, and how patients can save money by being more proactive!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

A Time-Sensitive Matter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For most dental insurance plans, coverage renews on January\n1st<\/sup>, 2020. Thus, any benefits from the previous year that go unused\nwill be lost. The good news, though, is that by getting in for a visit before\nthe year ends, any unfinished dental work can be completed. This is especially\nimportant for patients who\u2019ve already met their yearly deductible (usually\naround $50), as their benefits can immediately be applied to any eligible\ndental treatment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is also an excellent time to get in for the first visit\nof the year. Therefore, patients can kick-off the new year with a fresh start\nto their oral health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How the Typical Plan is Structured<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The most common type of dental plan is the 100-80-50\nstructure. The following explains the coverage ratios:<\/p>\n\n\n\n