Comprehensive dental care from your trusted Cigna provider — maximizing benefits while minimizing costs on Manhattan’s Upper East Side.
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When searching for a Cigna dentist in NYC, you want more than just network participation — you need a practice that understands how to optimize your specific plan benefits. Park Smiles NYC proudly serves as an in-network provider for all major Cigna dental plans, including PPO, HMO, EPO, and Medicare Advantage options. Our Carnegie Hill location combines the convenience of Cigna network savings with the comprehensive care your smile deserves. With over eight specialized doctors and state-of-the-art technology, we help Manhattan’s Cigna members achieve exceptional oral health while keeping out-of-pocket costs predictable and manageable.
Selecting Park Smiles NYC as your Cigna dentist means partnering with a practice that speaks fluent “insurance” while never compromising on care quality. With Cigna’s network of over 93,000 dentists nationwide, you have options — but few practices match our combination of comprehensive services, insurance expertise, and patient-centered approach. Our dedicated insurance team handles the complexities of Cigna coverage, from verifying benefits to securing pre-authorizations for major procedures.
We understand that many dental plans cover 100% for preventive dental services aside from a copay at the time of the visit, and we ensure you receive every covered cleaning, exam, and X-ray your plan allows. Our coordinators track your benefit usage throughout the year, alerting you to unused benefits before they expire and helping schedule treatment strategically to maximize coverage. Whether you have employer-sponsored Cigna coverage or individual plans, we’ll create a financial roadmap that aligns your oral health needs with your insurance benefits.
Take full advantage of Cigna’s preventive benefits at Park Smiles NYC. Two cleanings per calendar year, one bitewing x-ray per calendar year, one full mouth x-ray every five calendar years, and one panorex x-ray every five calendar years are typically covered at 100% for in-network providers. Our hygienists provide thorough cleanings that go beyond basic plaque removal, incorporating periodontal assessments and oral cancer screenings to maintain optimal health between visits.
When decay or damage requires attention, Cigna typically covers basic procedures at competitive rates after your deductible. Our tooth-colored composite fillings restore function while maintaining aesthetics. Simple extractions, when necessary, utilize gentle techniques for minimal discomfort. Emergency pain relief ensures Cigna members receive prompt care for urgent issues, with our team maximizing your coverage even during dental emergencies.
Complex dental needs require expertise and understanding of insurance limitations. Major services like crowns, bridges, and root canals typically receive 50% coverage after deductibles and waiting periods. Our CEREC same-day crown technology eliminates temporary crowns and multiple visits — particularly valuable given insurance annual maximums. We coordinate treatment timing to optimize benefits across calendar years when extensive work exceeds your plan’s limits.
Orthodontic treatment includes things like space maintainers, braces, and other devices used to align your teeth. If your Cigna plan includes orthodontic benefits, explore our Invisalign and traditional options. Many plans feature lifetime orthodontic maximums, which our team helps you navigate to achieve the best possible results within coverage limits.
Understanding your Cigna coverage empowers better decisions about your dental care. While specific benefits vary by plan type and employer negotiations, full coverage plans go beyond preventive care to include comprehensive services. Preventive care services are covered at little-to-no-extra cost when you use an in-network dentist, typically including two cleanings yearly, routine X-rays, and oral examinations.
Basic restorative care usually includes things like fillings, extractions, and non-routine X-rays, generally covered at 70-80% after meeting your deductible. Major restorative care includes things like bridges, crowns, and dentures, with coverage typically at 50% after deductible. You may have to wait 12 months for major dental work and six months for basic dental services, though some plans waive waiting periods if you had prior coverage. Our team helps you understand these nuances, planning treatment to work within waiting periods while addressing urgent needs immediately.
Cigna offers multiple plan types, each with distinct advantages our team helps you navigate. PPO Plans allow you to see any licensed dentist or specialist without needing to choose a primary care dentist or get specialist referrals, though you’ll save significantly by staying in-network with providers like Park Smiles NYC. These plans offer maximum flexibility while rewarding network utilization with lower costs.
HMO Plans tend to be some of the more affordable dental plans with typically no deductible and only a set fee for non-preventive dental services. As participating providers, we coordinate all care within Cigna’s network, ensuring continuous coverage while keeping costs predictable. These plans usually do not have an annual maximum for covered services, benefiting those needing extensive treatment.
EPO Plans combine PPO flexibility with HMO cost savings, requiring network providers but eliminating referral requirements. These plans work well for patients who prefer choosing specialists independently while maintaining lower premiums. Our participation across all Cigna networks ensures seamless care regardless of your plan type.
Medicare Advantage Plans increasingly include dental benefits beyond Original Medicare. Some plans may offer basic dental coverage for preventive care, while others include comprehensive benefits. Our team understands these plans’ nuances, helping seniors maximize both medical and dental benefits effectively.
Led by Dr. Krystle Kendall, D.M.D., a distinguished prosthodontist with advanced training in restorative and cosmetic dentistry, Park Smiles NYC brings together over eight certified doctors and nine dental experts under one roof. Our team includes specialists in oral surgery, pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, and endodontics — including Dr. Ruben Cohen, recognized among NYC’s top 20 oral surgeons by The New York Times Magazine.
What truly sets our team apart is our shared commitment to personalized, unhurried care. We never double-book appointments, ensuring each patient receives our complete attention from consultation through treatment. This philosophy extends across every specialty, whether you’re seeing us for routine cleanings or complex full-mouth reconstruction. Our doctors collaborate directly on complex cases, bringing multiple perspectives to achieve optimal outcomes while maintaining the continuity of care that builds lasting patient relationships.
By combining diverse expertise with genuine dedication to patient comfort, our team delivers an elevated dental experience that respects both your time and your individual needs. This integrated approach means you’ll never feel like just another appointment in a busy schedule — you’ll experience the focused attention and clinical excellence that Manhattan’s discerning patients have come to expect from Park Smiles NYC.
At Park Smiles NYC in Manhattan, NYC, our mission is to provide every patient with exceptional care, prioritizing comfort, compassion, and excellence at every step.
We are dedicated to delivering outstanding results through personalized attention in a welcoming and supportive environment. Led by Dr. Krystle Kendall, D.M.D., our skilled team offers a full range of top-quality dental services—all conveniently available under one roof in Manhattan.
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At Park Smiles in Manhattan, NYC, we make it easy for you to receive top-quality dental care in a convenient and accessible location. Whether you’re due for a routine checkup or seeking specialized treatment, our friendly team is here to provide exceptional service in a comfortable setting.
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