Patients will sometimes balk at treatment not covered by their dental insurance. Dentists will often hear, “Just do what my insurance covers. I don’t want anything extra.” In fact, a recent ADA poll showed that a lack of dental insurance was the No. 1 reason most patients gave for not visiting a dentist. These are often the same people that pull into the office in a $40,000 car…..that they replace every 5-7 years. Here are some frequent questions patients often ask about dental insurance.
Why doesn’t my insurance cover all of the costs for my dental treatment?
Dental insurance isn’t really insurance (defined as a payment to cover the cost of a loss)… (Read More)
But I Don’t Have Insurance
June 26, 2012
What Would You Do?
April 16, 2012
The ABC show, “What Would You Do?” with John Quinones, is a reality show using a hidden camera that puts ordinary people on the spot with ethical dilemmas. From bullying to abuse, racial attacks and children using foul language in public, the show is geared towards the reactions of unsuspecting people put in uncomfortable situations.
It is interesting to see how people handle these interactions. Many people step up and engage in the situation and many others step aside with the notion that it is none of their business. Last week I presented an ethical dilemma but this week is about a question I get asked almost daily, “What Would You Do?”
When… (Read More)