Insurance Reimbursement
Why We Choose to Be Independent — and Why That’s Good for You
At Strongsville Smile Keepers, we’ve chosen to stay independent — which means we’re not controlled by insurance companies when it comes to your care. That gives us the freedom to recommend what’s best for your dental health, not just what an insurance plan happens to cover.
Dental insurance can be helpful, but most plans have yearly maximums that haven’t changed in decades, even as the cost of care has gone up. It’s easy to hit those limits quickly — especially if you need more than just routine cleanings. In addition, insurance may only approve silver fillings instead of tooth-colored fillings, or only pay for a large filling instead of a crown. We think your treatment should be your choice.
Dr. William Mayo once said, “The best interest of the patient is the only interest to be considered.” That’s our guiding principle, too.
When you see an independent dentist like us, you can expect:
- Personalized treatment based on what’s best for your health
- Longer appointments mean more time with your dentist and hygiene team
- Flexible options that work with or without insurance
We’re happy to work with your PPO insurance to make the reimbursement process quick and easy:
- We submit all the paperwork and claim forms you need on your behalf
- Your insurance company will typically send reimbursement checks directly to you—often within 1–2 weeks
- We offer transparent pricing, financing options like CareCredit or Cherry, and membership plans to help make your care affordable
We’ve found that once patients understand the benefits of working with an independent dentist, they feel more confident in choosing a fee-for-service practice. Many patients tell us they appreciate the longer appointments and care that our office provides even if we’re not in-network — because they know we’ll always do what’s right for their smile.