Is Dental Bonding Covered By Insurance?

If you’re looking for a quick and affordable solution to improve your smile, dental bonding might be right for you. The minimally invasive procedure provides natural-looking results that won’t cost you an arm or a leg. You may be able to use your dental insurance to lower the amount you’ll pay out-of-pocket. Here’s how much you can expect to pay when choosing dental bonding to enhance your smile.

What is Dental Bonding?

Although there are more cosmetic treatments than ever before, dental bonding continues to rank among the most popular. A composite resin is used to fix minor imperfections, like: 

• Tooth decay
• Exposed tooth roots
• Gaps
• Chips and cracks
• Stains and discoloration

Cosmetic dental bonding offers both restorative and aesthetic benefits. The resin is shaded to match the color of your enamel to blend in with your tooth to provide results that look natural. The material is durable and can last for 5 to 15 years before needing to be replaced.

Dental Insurance May Cover Dental Bonding

Many factors affect the cost of dental bonding, like the reason it is needed. If it is medically necessary, like fixing a chipped tooth, your insurance may cover some of the expenses. Your benefits may include your initial consultation and diagnostic services. After meeting your annual deductible, your insurance may pay 50% to 80% of the expenses until you reach your yearly limit. However, if dental bonding is only needed for cosmetic reasons, your insurance may not cover the expenses. Your dentist will work on your behalf with your insurance to maximize any applicable coverage.

Options for Keeping Dental Bonding Affordable

Besides your dental insurance, various factors will affect the amount you’ll pay, like the number of teeth you are treating. You have several options to keep dental bonding affordable, like CareCredit. Based on your credit approval, you can make monthly installments with little or no interest in financing. 

Your dentist will examine your mouth and learn more about your goals to create a personalized treatment plan. They will review all your payment options to help you find the solutions you need to keep a flawless smile within your budget. You can’t put a price on the benefits you’ll gain by enhancing your pearly whites.

About Dr. Travis A. Markle

Dr. Markle achieved his dental degree at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio and has completed extensive continuing education in various specialties, like cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, and restorative dentistry. He is an active member of several professional associations, including the American Dental Association and the Texas Dental Association. Request an appointment through his website or call his office at (903) 419-4439.