September , 30, 2017.
Dear Valued Patient
Another year has flown by and I want to say thank-you for your trust and confidence in my dental practice. 2017 will soon be coming to a close, and so will your dental benefits. Many patients do not realize that the dental benefits they have will not rollover into the New Year. If you do not use those plan benefit dollars you will lose them. The cost of these benefits is on the rise and many employers are cutting back on benefits. It makes sense to use every dollar that you are entitled to and for which you have paid.
We are writing to remind you to schedule your cleaning, exam and any other dental procedures as soon as possible in order to fully utilize your 2017 insurance benefits. These benefits, as well as healthcare flexible spending accounts (HFS), may expire at the end of December 2017.
Last year many patients took advantage of their flexible spending accounts to get started on Invisalign - the clear alternative to braces!
We know how busy families are today, but by coming in for regular dental cleanings and exams you may avoid dental complications that may cause you to exceed future dental benefits. At Beverly Drive Dental Care we are committed to the prevention of dental disease; regular exams and cleanings are essential in that effort.
As the end of the year approaches, calendars get busy and things get put off.Our goal is to assist you and your family in obtaining optimum dental health and saving money too. You don't have to start the treatment now, but it is wise to schedule the time that you request before the "rush" begins. The end of the year is busy so give us a call today at
(310 )-277-7645
to reserve the best time for you.
We want you to maximize your benefits AND have the best dental treatment available. Remember, it is always best to catch any problems before they get too large!
5 Reasons to use Your Dental Insurance Before the End of the Year
1. Yearly Maximums
Your dental plan gives you a maximum of what can be spent on your
dental care on an annual basis. This amount varies between insurance
companies, and averages around $1000 per person per year. These
maximums are typically reset at the end of the year, and if you have
unused benefits, they will be forfeited.
2. Deductibles
The deductible is the amount of money that you pay out of pocket
before your benefits begin to take effect. The fee varies between
insurance companies and could be higher if you prefer to see a dentist
that is out of your network. When your plan rolls over, you are
required to pay your deductible again to start taking advantage of
your benefits.
3. Premiums
If you are paying for dental benefits, you should be taking advantage
of them! This sounds simple, but there are many people that do not
exercise their benefits and let the insurance company take that money
away from you, and put it straight into their own pockets.
4. Fee Increases
Another reason to use your benefits now is because it is always
possible that fees will be raised to accommodate for the cost of
living or increased material costs. An increase in fees can also
raise your copay.
5. Dental problems don’t get better over time
By delaying treatment, you may be opening the door for more extensive
treatment to be needed in the future. What may be a simple cavity now
can turn into a root canal or extraction down the road. Treat your
teeth with care now, and they will thank you for it in the long run.
We are looking forward to seeing you soon.
With best wishes for continued good health,
Sincerely,
Dr. Michel Vazquez D.M.D. and Team
Beverly Drive Dental Care
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