{"id":116,"date":"2026-09-17T12:46:03","date_gmt":"2026-09-17T12:46:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.illuminatefamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=116"},"modified":"2026-10-14T12:51:23","modified_gmt":"2026-10-14T12:51:23","slug":"use-your-dental-insurance-benefits-before-2027","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.illuminatefamilydentistry.com\/blog\/use-your-dental-insurance-benefits-before-2027\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Now is the Time to Get That Dental Crown!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.illuminatefamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/AdobeStock_2080438022-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"A hand changing a calendar from 2026 to 2027\" class=\"wp-image-118\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.501508211373031;width:304px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.illuminatefamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/AdobeStock_2080438022-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.illuminatefamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/AdobeStock_2080438022-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.illuminatefamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/AdobeStock_2080438022-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.illuminatefamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/AdobeStock_2080438022.jpg 1298w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.illuminatefamilydentistry.com\/dental-insurance.html\">dental insurance<\/a> can be extremely helpful when it comes to making your oral healthcare more affordable, sometimes restorative treatments like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.illuminatefamilydentistry.com\/dental-crowns.html\">dental crowns<\/a> can still be expensive, even after you\u2019ve used your benefits. However, if you\u2019ve delayed restoring your tooth with this durable, long-lasting solution due to your budget, time is running out before your benefits reset in 2027. Here\u2019s why now may be the perfect time to treat your mouth like the royalty it is and finally get that dental crown before the clock strikes midnight this January 1!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use it or Lose it: Why There\u2019s No Time Like the Present to Upgrade Your Grin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have private dental insurance, you generally pay a monthly premium for an annual maximum of benefits that for most patients range between $1,000 and $1,500. Unfortunately, if you don\u2019t use them, you lose them when the clock strikes midnight on January 1. Additionally, if your plan comes with a deductible, this will also reset at the same time. Thankfully, if you\u2019ve already met it for 2026, you won\u2019t need to pay for the rest of the year, but if you haven\u2019t, or if your plan\u2019s price increases in 2027, your dental crown treatment may be more expensive in the new year, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Importance of Treating Dental Problems Promptly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another caveat to waiting longer to get your new dental crown is that oral health problems like cavities and decay don\u2019t go away on their own. In fact, if left untreated, they\u2019ll only get worse, which could result in a higher treatment cost, not to mention potential tooth infection or loss. Thus, receiving your dental crown treatment before the end of the year is not only better for your wallet, but it\u2019s also more beneficial to your smile, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Next Steps for Restoring Your Smile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With just a few short months to go before 2027, it\u2019s important to schedule your dental crown procedure as soon as possible. To do this, you can book your visit online or call your dentist\u2019s office directly. While you\u2019re on the phone, be sure to let them know that you\u2019d like to use your dental insurance benefits before the year ends. They can even verify your coverage and give you an estimated out-of-pocket total. If you don\u2019t have insurance, they can provide details for their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.menu.dental\/illuminate\">in-house membership plan<\/a> which can help lower your out-of-pocket costs on a variety of oral health treatments including dental crowns!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remember, while it\u2019s best to get dental treatments like dental crowns sooner than later, if you\u2019ve been waiting to meet your deductible for this important treatment, don\u2019t wait too long to book your procedure. Dental insurance benefits are set to expire on December 31 and reset on January 1, 2027.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About Dr. Clark<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.illuminatefamilydentistry.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\">Dr. Rachel Clark<\/a> earned her undergraduate degree at Wichita State University and her dental degree at Creighton University. She is a proud, active member of many prestigious dental organizations, including the American Dental Association, the Kansas Dental Association, and the American Dental Hygienists Association. To schedule an appointment for dental crowns at Illuminate Family Dentistry before the clock strikes midnight on January 1, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.illuminatefamilydentistry.com\/contact.html\">our website<\/a> or call us today at 316-847-7730.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Although your dental insurance can be extremely helpful when it comes to making your oral healthcare more affordable, sometimes restorative treatments like dental crowns can still be expensive, even after you\u2019ve used your benefits. 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