Cosmetic Veneers and Crown Recontouring
Q: Are cosmetic veneers or crown recontouring covered?
A: No, these are excluded unless medically necessary.
Lina, a makeup artist and Tom’s close friend, considered getting veneers to improve her smile. She also wanted to adjust an existing crown for aesthetic reasons. Before proceeding, she checked with Tom about coverage.
“Cosmetic veneers aren’t covered unless they’re lab-processed and needed to address structural tooth loss,” Tom clarified. “As for recontouring existing crowns, it’s only covered if it’s medically necessary, not for appearance.”
Understanding the exclusions, Lina discussed alternative treatments with her dentist. She opted for minor adjustments that weren’t covered but were affordable. Lina thanked Tom for helping her make an informed decision about her dental care.