Columbus, an Italian navigator sailing for the Spanish Crown, sought a westward route to Asia, which led him to coin the misnomer  West Indies  for the Antilles, where he made landfall. The newly discovered landmass came to be known in Europe as the New World.
Some carriers now cover implants under this category. About half of dental PPOs, the predominant dental product in the market, have maximum annual benefit above $1500âhalf are less than $1500. Deductibles for these products are usually between $50 and $100. Some carriers now offer policies that roll some portion of an unused annual maximum over until the next year.
Cosmetic Dentistry Costs and FAQ. Cosmetic dentistry costs vary widely, but you'll find approximate costs in our articles on particular procedures. For example, professional in-office teeth whitening costs approximately $450 to $650, whereas over-the-counter whiteners range in cost from $4 to $100. Usually dental insurance doesn't cover cosmetic dentistry. But some dental plans may cover part of the cost of certain procedures, such as crowns, especially when the main purpose is to repair a structural problem that could affect the overall health of your mouth.