Insurance & payment

Ask about coverage and the estimated cost of a visit before you schedule treatment.

Dental insurance

This fictional office has no insurer agreements. Ask a real practice whether it can check your benefits and file a claim for you.

If you plan to pay directly, ask what is included in the visit and whether imaging would be estimated separately.

Ask the office which payment methods it takes, whether it requires a deposit, and when payment is due.

Ask for an itemized estimate and check what could change after an exam or your insurer’s review.

If the office offers financing, ask about eligibility, the total cost and the payment schedule.

See what to bring and what happens when you arrive.