Cost is one of the top three reasons for not visiting the dentist across all groups of people, regardless of age, household income, and health insurance status. For dental professionals, this is concerning; not because we are worried about the state of the dental field, but because we are concerned about the health of people’s mouths.
There is significant data to back-up the claim that oral and overall health are connected. Pair that with the fact that millions of American adults are living with some form of gum disease and you’ll understand our cause of concern. When oral health problems go undetected and untreated, a person is much more likely to suffer from overall health problems like heart disease, diabetes, premature labor, osteoporosis, and rheumatoid arthritis.
To combat this, Dr. Helen Ragsdale at Austin Laser Dentist is offering an in-house dental plan for all of your oral health needs. Dr. Ragsdale believes that dentistry should be affordable and accessible to everyone because it truly is necessary for maintaining good overall health and wellness.
Here are five reasons why we believe an in-house dental plan is a good investment:
1. More benefits, less hassle
Compared to finding a dental insurance provider, becoming a member of our in-house dental plan is easy AND beneficial. We’ve created a plan that’s straightforward, so there’s no doubt or question about the benefits you’re receiving. This also ensures that we’re consistent will all our patients, and we can provide accurate treatments and transactions.
2. Simple sign-up
Signing up for our membership plan is quick, simple, and can be done in the comfort of your home! There are four steps to becoming a member of our in-house dental plan:
- Fill out basic information
- Add family members
- Sign the contract
- Pay the fees
All of this can be completed in under ten minutes! Click here to start!
3. Transparent pricing
Cost should never be the first thing on your mind after a dental treatment or procedure. We are always up-front with our patients about how much a treatment costs before it ever begins. As a member of our dental plan, you’ll receive a special discount. If for some reason the price still isn’t right, our dentist and office manager will work with you to find an effective treatment that fits your budget.
4. Affordability
The goal of our in-house dental plan is to make dental care more affordable for patients of all ages and in all different stages of life. By signing up, you’ll receive significant discounts on preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dental treatments.
Here are some of the discounts we offer through our basic membership plan:
- 100% coverage on preventive treatments
- 30% coverage on basic services
- 20% coverage on major services
- 10% coverage on dental implants
- 10% coverage on cosmetic services
- 10% coverage on oral surgery
Our premium package includes:
- 100% coverage on preventive treatments
- 40% coverage on basic services
- 30% coverage on major services
- $1,200 towards orthodontic treatments
- 20% coverage on dental implants
- 20% coverages on cosmetic treatments
- 20% coverage on oral surgery
If these plans don’t cover your needs, our team is prepared to help create a customized plan to meet your specific needs.
5. Better health
All-in-all, patients who sign up for one of our membership plans are more likely to experience better oral and overall health. Like we stated earlier, there is a significant link between the mouth and body. When you feel less stress about visiting the dentist because of cost, you’re more likely to go when needed which is exactly why we’re offering these plans.
At Austin Laser Dentist, your oral health is our top priority. We’d love to have you and your family join ours! Sign up for our in-house dental plan today or call to schedule an appointment at (512) 346-4690.
