What Does it Mean when a Dentist is “In-Network?”

Navigating the wide world of dental insurance can be difficult, and it involves sifting through a lot of jargon that you may not encounter in any other context.

For example, the difference between an in-network and out-of-network dentist may not be immediately apparent, not least because dental practices themselves don’t always use these terms to describe themselves. In the interest of helping you get the most out of your benefits, here’s what you should know about the distinction between these two kinds of providers.