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Do Dental Benefits Expire?

Don’t Lose Your Dental Benefits, La Grange

As the year winds down in La Grange, many patients don’t realize their dental benefits expire on December 31. Once the new year begins, any unused cleanings, exams, X-rays, fillings, or coverage simply disappears — along with money you’ve already paid into your insurance plan.

At CornerStone Dental, we help La Grange families understand their benefits so they can use them before they’re gone.

Why Dental Benefits Reset Every Year

Most dental plans follow a calendar-year cycle, which means:

  • Your annual maximum resets
  • Your deductible starts over
  • Unused benefits do NOT roll over

This is why December is such a busy month at dental offices — and why it’s important to schedule early, especially in smaller communities like La Grange, Schulenburg, and Fayetteville.

Preventive Care Is Often Covered — Don’t Miss It

Many plans cover preventive care at little or no cost, including:

These visits help detect early problems such as:

If it’s been six months or more since your last visit, now is the time to use your covered preventive benefits.

And yes — we can check your benefits for you.

Need a Filling or Crown? December Is Your Best Time

If your dentist recommended treatment earlier this year, completing it now can save money.

When January arrives:

  • Your deductible may reset
  • Your annual maximum returns to $0
  • Out-of-pocket costs may increase

Many La Grange patients finish their fillings, crowns, or other restorative treatments in December because they’ve already met their deductible.

Have a multi-step procedure?
Starting it now may let you use both this year’s and next year’s benefits — lowering your cost.

Not Sure What Your Insurance Covers? We Can Help

Many patients aren’t sure what their plan includes, how much they have left, or whether certain treatments qualify before the end of the year. Our team can review your benefits, explain your options, and help you understand exactly what’s covered.

CornerStone Dental also uses advanced diagnostic technology, allowing us to clearly show what your mouth needs — helping you make informed decisions and use your benefits wisely.

Why December Appointments Fill So Fast in La Grange

In a smaller town with fewer dental offices, December appointments disappear quickly.

Many patients try to:

  • Use remaining dental benefits
  • Complete treatment before the year resets
  • Get their cleaning before holiday events
  • Avoid paying more next year

Booking early ensures you get the time you want — before schedules fill up.

Make the Most of Your Benefits With CornerStone Dental

We’re proud to offer big-city technology with small-town hospitality, helping you:

  • Understand your dental benefits
  • Verify coverage
  • Prioritize treatment
  • Use your benefits wisely
  • Start the new year with a healthier smile

Our team is here to make the process easy and stress-free.

Use Your Dental Benefits Before They Disappear

If you haven’t had your cleaning, skipped a recommended treatment, or don’t know what benefits you have left, now is the time to find out!

👉 Call CornerStone Dental at (979) 968-9451 or schedule online today. Make the most of your dental benefits before they expire — and begin the new year with confidence.