Dental practice in Chicago eases anxiety over cost of cosmetic procedures with a range of payment options

The shape, shade, length, and position of your teeth contribute to your overall smile and to how others see you. Several studies have connected the dots between the state of a person’s smile and the way others perceive the wearer of that smile. What these researchers found is encouraging to someone with a brilliant smile, and discouraging to the individual who is less than happy about the look of his or her smile.

When compared to their crooked and stained teeth counterparts, individuals with white and straight teeth are viewed as:

• More attractive
• More youthful
• Healthier
• More trustworthy
• Wealthier
• More successful

Cosmetic dentistry can transform your life as well as your smile. Procedures ranging from in-office tooth whitening and dental bonding to aesthetically pleasing braces and porcelain veneers should be seen as investments not only in your smile, but also in the quality of your life.

You may also avoid a number of costly, functional problems down the road by addressing cosmetic related issues now. For instance, tooth crowding and other spacing issues can contribute to difficulty brushing. Poor oral hygiene is associated with tooth decay and gum disease, which are both major causes of tooth loss. Tooth replacement options such as porcelain crowns and dental implant supported crowns are more extensive and expensive procedures.

Big Smile Dental professionals are skilled in working with insurance companies to secure the benefits that reduce the cost burden associated with treatment. However, Big Smile Dental also understands that not every patient has dental insurance, and all policies are different. Moreover, dental policies may cover only services deemed:

• Preventive such as professional exams, cleanings
• Basic such as extractions, fillings
• Major such as dentures, dental crowns

What you won’t see on this list are cosmetic procedures, which are typically not covered by dental insurance. Every case is different and there are nuances among policies. Furthermore, no matter what insurance does or doesn’t cover, Big Smile Dental provides a number of ways to relieve financial pressure. Cosmetic dental payment options offered in Chicago, courtesy of Big Smile Dental, are quite versatile and include:

• Interest-free financing
• Most major credit cards
• Checks
• Cash

Big Smile Dental wants to work with you and your budget; so many discounts are available such as for pre-payment and for seniors who pay in full at the start of treatment. Be sure to keep your eyes open for limited-time offers on many of our treatments, including teeth whitening and Invisalign.