On average, a frenulectomy costs usually costs between $500 to $1,500; however, the cost will vary greatly depending on the clinic where the frenectomy is performed, whether the procedure can be performed in one visit, and whether sedation is used, and if so, what kind. There are several additional factors that can impact the total cost of a frenectomy, such as the initial consultation to determine whether a frenectomy is necessary. Another factor that will impact the total cost of your frenectomy is any follow up procedures that may need to be performed, though this is rarely necessary. It is important, however, that you have your frenectomy examined following the procedure to ensure that everything looks correct and is healing correctly. Finally, there may be additional costs associated with the healing process. Typically, a frenectomy is a relatively painless procedure that does not require extensive aftercare, but it may be necessary to purchase antibiotics and/or over-the-counter pain-relieving medication to reduce your risk of developing an infection and diminish any pain or discomfort you may experience.
Payment Options
There are several payment and treatment options available that can help manage the cost of having a frenectomy performed for you or your child. If you have a dental insurance plan, the procedure may be covered, although every clinic and policy is different, so it is important to contact your provider and/or dentist prior to scheduling the frenectomy to get a quote on the estimated total amount you will have to pay out of pocket.
FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts) and HSA (Health Savings Accounts)
The cost of the frenectomy may also be covered by applying funds from a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or a Health Savings Account (HSA). FSA’s and HSA’s are tax-advantaged accounts that can be applied towards medical expenses. FSA’s allow for individual pre-tax contributions of $2,750, with funds generally not rolling over year to year. HSA’s allow for individual contributions of $3,550 for individual coverage and $7,100 for family coverage. Unlike FSAs, HSAs typically include carryover allowance from year to year.
Installment Plan
Individuals who are not covered by dental insurance and/or do not have an FSA or HSA may want to consider paying for the procedure in installments. Although not necessarily available at all clinics, many clinics do offer their patients payment plans. These plans vary from clinic to clinic to clinic, but typically require an agreed upon down payment to be made, after which the remaining balance is paid in monthly installments over an agreed upon period of time (typically 12 months). Interest rates for these payment plans may be as low as 0% provided payments are made at all scheduled times and the remaining balance is settled within the specified time period. Some clinics also offer their patients a discount for paying for procedures in full at the time of service. Be sure to talk to your dentist or periodontist about what options are available to you to determine what payment approach is best suited to your particular needs.
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