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July 05, 2007

Why doesn't insurance cover it?

KravitzHello, I have been doing research on mini dental implants for dentures. If the FDA, and the ADA has approved these, then why won't dental insurance put them on there policies.

Dr. Kravitz:  Very good question. The reason (even though mini dental implants may be ADA and FDA approved) that dental insurance companies do not reimburse for these procedures has nothing to do with the procedure itself. The reason that they do not pay for this or anything else is the very reason they exist and that is to collect premiums and to pay out less in claims than they collect in premiums. That being said as an implant dentist I can tell you that mini implants have many structural shortcomings and are a compromise at best with the prospect of negative consequences if they do not work out. Please keep in mind that the previous statements are my professional opinion.

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Dr Kravitz,

thanks for posting your answer. it is coincidence that i had a same question.
so, now i know now. i didn't need to ask.
many thanks and more power to you..

-heather-

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Thank for discussing about this matter.Through i know the reason why insurance doesn't cover the dental health.

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