In some medical and dental practices, dealing with finances can be a lengthy, frustrating process—which is why we intend to do the opposite at Shine Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics. We strive to make your financial experience an easy one that won’t fill you with stress. Let’s expand upon this further and discuss how insurance and financing make orthodontics affordable in Gallatin.
Navigating Insurance
One of our goals at our office is to save you the most money we can during your family’s treatment based on your insurance policy—and we have a few ways of maximizing your benefits for you.
- In-Network Providers: We proudly work with all major dental insurance carriers. If we’re not directly in-network with your plan, remember that most carriers provide the same orthodontic benefits for both in-network and out-of-network providers.
- Verification Before Your Appointment: Before your first visit, our experienced team fully verifies your insurance benefits to provide you with clear and accurate information about your coverage from day one.
- Advocacy on Your Behalf: Our office’s financial coordinators work directly with your insurance carrier to advocate for you, having any and all conversations needed to maximize your benefits.
Making Financing Flexible
Financial constraints should never prevent your family from getting the help they need.
Whether a family member is seeking orthodontic care from Dr. Mike, dental care from Dr. Lauren, or a bit of both, we want to make sure that anyone who wants to be a part of our Shine family is able to do so.
- In-House Financing: You can completely avoid the hassle of third-party financing with our 0% in-house financing options. Spread the cost of treatment over manageable monthly payments without worrying about interest.
- Custom Payment Plans: Once Dr. Mike has designed you or your kiddo’s perfect orthodontic treatment plan, our financial team will work with you to create a personalized payment plan that fits your family’s budget.
- Discount Opportunities:
- Upfront Discounts: Patients can save when they pay in full at the beginning of treatment.
- Promotional Deals: We frequently run promotions to make care even more affordable. Follow us on social media to stay updated on our current offers!
Debunking Myths About Insurance
Myth: Financing Orthodontic Treatment is Complicated
Financing orthodontic care is more straightforward than many people think! It really comes down to the team working behind the scenes. Not every practice will have your best interest at heart, but ours does.
Myth: Orthodontic Insurance Covers Everything
It’s a common misconception that orthodontic insurance pays for the entire cost of braces or aligners. In reality, most plans only contribute a portion of the total, typically up to a set lifetime maximum.
Myth: Orthodontic Coverage is Included in All Dental Insurance Plans
Not all dental insurance policies automatically include orthodontic benefits. Some require you to opt into orthodontic coverage or choose a premium plan. It’s always a good idea to review your benefits independently on this base level, though we’re happy to help out too!
What Sets Shine Apart?
Before you visit Shine Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, you might be wondering what makes our practice so special to the Gallatin area. We’re very proud of what we’ve built here and would love to tell you more!
- Transparency and Communication: From the moment you schedule your first consultation, we are focused on clear communication. We’ll explain the costs, your insurance coverage, and your financial responsibility in detail so there are no unwanted surprises.
- Experienced Financial Coordinators: Our team has years of expertise working with major dental insurance providers—it’s a process that has a language of its own! Having mastered this language allows us to navigate the complexities of your plan in ways that not every practice can.
- Community-Centered Philosophy: Our mission is to make high-quality orthodontic and pediatric dental care accessible to everyone in Gallatin and the surrounding neighborhoods. We’re dedicated to removing financial hurdles so every child and family member is helped.
- We Care About Kids: If you’re a parent, you probably know this already—but it takes a special type of provider and team to be able to accommodate kids and teenagers. We aim to create a warm, accepting environment for our young patients, where they’re allowed to thrive and even make mistakes—with the smile they deserve waiting for them at the finish line.
Shining Brighter
In our office, we’re honored to get to serve multiple members of the same family on occasion, and this is a true testament to the quality of our service. We care a lot, and it shows! Schedule your free orthodontic consultation with Dr. Mike today.