You deserve a dentist who knows your name, your history, and your goals — not a practice that sees you twice a year and bills your insurance for the privilege. The Elite Protection Plan is different. It's direct care, real access, and a doctor who's invested in keeping your smile healthy for the long haul. No gatekeeping. No surprises. No denials.
The traditional dental insurance model was never designed to prioritize your health. We built the Elite Protection Plan because we believe every patient deserves consistent, accessible, judgment-free care.
With traditional insurance, your dentist recommends — and an insurance company decides. We believe your doctor and your health should drive your care. Full stop.
A small cavity caught early is a $200 fix. The same cavity ignored is a $2,000 root canal. Consistent preventive care isn't optional — it's the whole point.
Hidden fees and surprise bills are the reason people avoid the dentist. We price transparently so you always know what to expect before you sit in the chair.
Whether you have insurance or not, you deserve a practice that knows you, sees you consistently, and is genuinely invested in your long-term oral health.
One flat monthly rate. No surprise bills. No approvals required. Just consistent, personalized care from a team that knows you.
Your cleaning credit is yours each month — but it resets whether you use it or not. That's by design. Consistency is what keeps small problems from becoming big ones. Show up, and your smile will thank you.
Every time you come in, you earn points you can put toward whitening, fillings, crowns, implants, and more. Taking care of your teeth has never come with perks like this.
From a simple filling to a full-mouth restoration — Elite members pay a discounted rate on everything. You'll know the price before you ever sit in the chair.
Dental emergencies don't wait for open appointment slots. As an Elite member, you go to the front of the line — because when you're in pain, every minute counts.
For any treatment — fillings, crowns, implants, extractions — you pay your discounted Elite member rate at time of service. No pre-authorization. No waiting. For members with PPO out-of-network insurance, we prepare and submit your claim with complete documentation. When your insurer issues reimbursement, the funds come to our office and we send them directly back to you.
Good to know: Insurance claims are not submitted for routine cleanings or your Oral Health Assessment — these are covered through your membership. Claims are submitted for restorative and other treatment services.
Joining the Elite Protection Plan starts with one appointment — a comprehensive Oral Health Assessment. It's the foundation of everything we do. Here's exactly what to expect from day one.
This is where your membership journey begins. A full clinical examination and X-rays give us — and you — a complete picture of your oral health. It's not a formality. It's the most important appointment you'll have.
If you're a good candidate for the plan, enrollment happens before you leave your assessment appointment. Your $65/month membership activates immediately and your prevention program begins that day.
The Elite Protection Plan is a prevention and maintenance program — which means it works best when your oral health is in a stable place. If your Oral Health Assessment reveals that you need treatment before we can focus on prevention, we won't just hand you a membership and move on. We'll be upfront with you, create a clear treatment plan, and refer you to the right provider if needed. Once your mouth is healthy and maintainable, we'll welcome you into the plan. We care too much about your outcomes to skip that step.
Most dental insurance plans max out at $1,500 a year. Our standard fee for a comprehensive exam and cleaning is $764 per visit — which means two visits nearly wipes out your entire annual benefit. Here's how the Elite Protection Plan stacks up.
| Scenario | No Insurance | Insurance (Max $1,500/yr) | Elite Plan — $65/mo |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Cleanings + Exams Per Year | $1,528 (UCR) — paid in full out of pocket | Out-of-network coverage applies, but doesn't cover the full UCR fee. You'll receive a balance bill per your insurance EOB. | ✓ Included in membership |
| 1 Emergency Visit | $550 (UCR) — paid in full out of pocket | Out-of-network pays a portion, but frequency limitations on exams and X-rays often apply. You'll owe the balance per your EOB — X-rays may not be covered at all. | Member discount rate + priority same-day access |
| 1 Filling | $350 – $700 (UCR) — out of pocket | ~50% covered — eats into $1,500 annual max. You still pay the other half. | Member discount rate + we submit your PPO claim for reimbursement |
| Crown or Major Work | $1,800+ (UCR) — out of pocket | ~50% covered — annual cap likely exhausted. Significant out-of-pocket remains. | Member discount rate + we submit your PPO claim for reimbursement |
| What You're Looking at Annually | Full UCR fees on everything — unpredictable and unlimited exposure | Premiums + frequency limitations + X-ray costs + out-of-network balance bills + whatever's left after your $1,500 cap runs out | $780/year. Flat. Predictable. Yours. |
Your dental insurance was designed to limit what your insurer pays — not to maximize what you receive. With a $1,500 annual cap, deductibles, waiting periods, and the ever-present risk of a denial, even "good" insurance leaves significant gaps. The Elite Protection Plan fills those gaps — and for patients with PPO coverage, it actually makes your insurance work harder.
If you have PPO insurance: You pay your discounted Elite member rate at time of service for any treatment. We submit your claim with full documentation to your out-of-network PPO insurer. When reimbursement comes in, you submit a refund request and we send those funds directly back to you.
We believe in complete transparency. If your question isn't answered here, call us — we're happy to talk it through.
The Elite Protection Plan is DentCare Now's direct-care membership program. For $65/month, you get a monthly cleaning credit, member-discounted pricing on all treatment, Elite Rewards points on every visit, and priority same-day access for emergencies. No insurance middleman. No claim denials. Just straightforward, consistent care.
Start by booking your $185 Oral Health Assessment at dentcarenow.com/appointments. At your appointment, your doctor will complete a full clinical exam and X-rays, walk through your oral health with you, and — if you're a good candidate — enroll you in the plan before you leave. The whole process happens in one visit.
Your Oral Health Assessment is a comprehensive clinical examination with full X-rays. It's a thorough, complete evaluation of your entire oral health — not a quick check. It gives both you and your doctor a clear picture of where you are and what you need, and it's the first step toward membership in the Elite Protection Plan.
The Elite Protection Plan is a prevention and maintenance program, so we want to make sure your oral health is in a good place before you start. If your assessment reveals that treatment is needed first, we'll build a clear plan with you — and refer you to the right provider if necessary. Once you're in a healthy, stable place, we'll enroll you. We're not going anywhere.
Cleaning credits reset each month and do not roll over. This is intentional — the plan is built around consistency, because that's what actually protects your oral health. Think of it less like a coupon and more like a standing appointment with yourself. Show up every month, and the results will follow.
Most dental insurance plans have a $1,500 annual maximum — and our standard fee for a comprehensive exam and cleaning alone is $764. That means two visits can nearly exhaust your entire yearly benefit before you've had any actual treatment. As an Elite member with PPO insurance, you pay your discounted member rate for all treatment, we submit your claim for you, and when reimbursement is issued we send those funds directly back to you. Your insurance goes further because you're starting from a lower number.
Yes — the Elite Protection Plan is a 12-month commitment. We invest deeply in every member's care, and we ask for the same investment in return. Consistent preventive care over time is what produces real results. After your initial 12 months, your membership continues month-to-month.
Your Elite member discounts apply to all treatment provided at DentCare Now. If you need a specialist — an oral surgeon, periodontist, or orthodontist — we'll coordinate your referral and make sure you're in the right hands. Our goal is always to connect you with the best care available, wherever that is.