Plenty of people look at their dental plan only when a bill arrives. This is the time of year when a quick look can pay off, because unused coverage is gone for good once the new plan year begins.
A Few Weeks Is Still Enough Time to Use Your Remaining Benefits
Mid-autumn still leaves room to plan, book, and finish care before the year closes. Patients across Philadelphia, Bensalem, and Northeast Philadelphia can still find openings now, though the best days tend to go as the holidays approach. A call to your insurer to confirm your renewal date and remaining benefits sets the schedule for everything else.
How Families Can Schedule Everyone Before the Reset
Coordinating several people is usually harder than any single visit. Advanced Family Smiles cares for children, parents, and grandparents under one roof, so cleanings and checkups for the whole household can often be placed on the same day or the same week. Early-evening and Saturday openings help when school and work fill the weekdays.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday to Thursday | 8 am to 6 pm |
| Friday | 8 am to 5 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am to 2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Which Treatments Fit Patients Who Already Have Something Waiting
A filling that was postponed, a crown that was recommended, or a root canal that keeps getting pushed back are all good candidates for the weeks ahead. Sudden pain can be seen the same day through emergency appointments, even this close to year-end. Nitrous oxide and IV sedation are also offered for patients whose nerves have kept them away from the chair.
Why Larger Treatment Is Worth Discussing Now
Implants, All-on-4, bone grafting, and dentures take planning, and the conversation is easier to have before the plan year closes. CBCT and iTero scans give the doctors a clear picture of your mouth, which helps them explain options and timing. Coverage for larger procedures varies, so a plan summary and a treatment discussion together show which steps make sense to start this year and which can follow in the next.
How Claims Filing and Payment Plans Work Together
Most PPO plans are accepted, with claims filed by the office. For balances beyond coverage, CareCredit, Cherry Financing, or a custom payment plan can spread the cost over time.
Which Offers Suit Patients Paying on Their Own
Patients without coverage can choose from a yearly membership and new-patient offers.
$299 yearly membership
- Two exams and two cleanings
- Two VELscope oral cancer screenings
- Two fluoride treatments
- Required X-rays
- Up to 20 percent off most procedures, excluding cosmetic services, current promotions, and Invisalign
- Additional family members can join for $249 each
- No waiting periods, claim forms, annual maximums, or deductibles
- Payment made in full, with cancellation available within the first 30 days
New-patient offers
- A $119 offer that includes an exam, a digital scan, an oral cancer screening, and a written treatment plan
- A free second opinion on a diagnosis or treatment plan
- Neither offer is valid with insurance
Let Advanced Family Smiles Help You Finish the Year Covered
With four doctors, extended weekday hours, and Saturday appointments, Advanced Family Smiles makes it practical to fit care in before the plan year ends. Families, patients with unfinished treatment, and anyone curious about larger work can all start with a simple conversation about what their smile needs. A single call can start the plan for your family’s year-end visits.
FAQs
What is an explanation of benefits from a dental insurer?
It is a statement showing what was billed, what the plan paid, and what you owe. It is not a bill.
What is the difference between a benefit year and a calendar year?
A calendar year runs January through December. A benefit year starts on your plan’s renewal date, which can fall in any month.
Does dental insurance cover bone grafting for implants?
Some plans cover part of it when it is part of an approved procedure, while others exclude it. Your insurer can confirm.
Does dental insurance cover All-on-4 treatment?
Coverage is usually limited and often falls under major services with annual limits. Many plans pay only part of the cost.
Does dental insurance cover a second opinion?
Many plans cover an exam that includes a second opinion, subject to visit limits. Check your plan summary for details.