Sudden aches and pains in your mouth are concerning even in the best of times. When money is tight and dental insurance is nonexistent, a simple toothache can be enough to trigger a fight or flight response. You’re 90% sure something isn’t right, but maybe, just maybe, it’s all fine and you don’t have to worry about breaking the bank on an emergency dentist. Maybe if you ignore it for long enough, it’ll just go away.
Unfortunately, your oral health isn’t anything like a door-to-door salesman. When dental discomfort comes knocking, don’t be afraid to call your emergency dentist – because there are ways even the uninsured can afford treatment. Keep reading to learn more about your options.
Spread Out the Cost with Dental Financing
Dentists know that treatment can be difficult to pay for. That’s why many of them partner with programs such as CareCredit to make their services more budget friendly. Dental financing breaks your payment down into smaller, more manageable chunks. Typically, you’ll pay these bite-sized installments monthly. Many plans have little-to-no interest fees, meaning that (unlike your student loan) your overall bill won’t double in size over time.
Get Exclusive Deals with a Dental Savings Plan
It seems like there’s a subscription plan for almost everything these days. Some make more sense than others. Fortunately, dental savings plans are pretty sensible. Plans vary from office to office. At Advanced Dentistry of Dayton, you’ll make one annual payment that will cover two checkups per year and qualify you for discounted treatment rates on both preventive and emergency services. It’s kind of like dental insurance for patients who don’t or can’t have it through other means.
Treating Dental Emergencies
Financing and savings plans are fantastic for empty wallets, but what will save you the most money is treating your dental emergency right away.
Dental discomfort and abnormalities such as toothaches or inflamed gums can indicate you have a serious oral condition. Abscesses, gum disease, infections, and broken restorations are just a few possibilities that could break the bank further down the road. The longer these problems persist, the more costly they’ll be to fix. And not fixing many of them will ultimately lead to tooth loss.
It’s in your best interest to seek an emergency dentist as soon as possible for your dental discomfort. Your dentist wants what’s best for you and can help you afford the treatment you need. If you don’t have dental insurance, don’t be afraid to ask your dentist about alternative payment options!
About the Practice
Our team at Advanced Dentistry of Dayton prioritizes patient care. We want to help you get the treatment you need, so if you have questions or concerns about payment, give our office a call! We are in-network with a long list of the most popular providers, are partnered with CareCredit for affordable financing, and offer our own in-house Savings Plan. Contact us at 937-848-5986 or explore our website for more information.