What Can Your Dental Insurance Plan Cover?

November 17, 2022

Filed under: Uncategorized — drfossum @ 12:43 pm
A dental insurance form for a dentist in Temple

Before you get dental treatment, you should confirm the expenses involved first. After all, you won’t know whether you can afford the procedure if you don’t. In particular, it’d be good to find out what your dental insurance plan covers. That way, you can adjust things so that your future visit meets your needs and fits your budget. Luckily, your dentist in Temple can help you through this process. Here’s a summary of what dental insurance often covers, what it doesn’t, and how to make the most of your plan.

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Just How Long Do Dental Implants Last?

November 9, 2022

Filed under: Uncategorized — drfossum @ 11:47 am
A man asking himself, How long dental implants last?"

As you might know, dental implants are highly effective at restoring smiles. After all, they have a long-term success rate of over 95%! Even so, however, implants can’t and don’t last forever — they all eventually stop working with time. That being said, you might be wondering about their lifespan. In particular, perhaps you’re asking yourself, “How long do dental implants last?” Well, your dentist in Temple can help you answer that question. Here’s a summary of implant lifespan, including how it affects your savings and tips on extending it.

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