Brooklyn City Dental in Greenpoint, Brooklyn

Principal Dentist in Greenpoint, Brooklyn

In-Network with Principal — Maximize Your Benefits

If your dental coverage is through Principal, our team can help you get the most out of your benefits. As an in-network Principal dentist in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, we verify your specific plan, file your claims, and explain exactly what your coverage will pay for before any treatment begins.

Principal Coverage Availability & Fees

Patient at dental office front desk verifying insurance

Principal offers a range of dental plans, and the details of your coverage depend on which plan you’re enrolled in. Here’s a general overview of what most Principal dental plans cover:

  • Preventive care: Cleanings, exams, and X-rays are typically 100% covered, often without a deductible.
  • Basic services: Fillings, simple extractions, and emergency pain relief are usually 80% covered after deductible.
  • Major services: Crowns, bridges, dentures, and root canals are typically 50% covered after deductible.
  • Orthodontics: Some Principal plans include orthodontic benefits with a separate lifetime maximum. This can apply toward Invisalign treatment if your plan includes adult orthodontic coverage.

Most Principal PPO plans have an annual maximum benefit between $1,000 and $2,000. Because we’re in-network, our negotiated fees mean your annual maximum stretches further than it would with an out-of-network dentist. If you have a larger treatment plan, we can strategically schedule major procedures across two benefit years to make the most of your annual maximum.

One thing to know about Principal plans: some include a waiting period of 6 to 12 months before major services like crowns or root canals are covered. We confirm any waiting periods during verification so you know what’s available right away versus what may need to wait.

Verifying Your Principal Benefits

Dental team reviewing insurance benefits with patient

Dental insurance terminology can be confusing — between deductibles, waiting periods, pre-authorizations, and lifetime maximums, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. We handle the verification work so you don’t have to.

Call us at (718) 383-0024 with your Principal member ID and policy information. We verify your specific benefits, walk you through what’s covered for your situation, and submit your claims directly. You won’t need to deal with insurance paperwork.

Frequently Asked Questions About Principal Coverage

Is Brooklyn City Dental in-network with Principal?
Yes. We’re an in-network Principal dental provider at our Greenpoint, Brooklyn office. We accept Principal PPO plans.

What does Principal dental insurance typically cover here?
Most Principal PPO plans cover preventive care at 100%, basic services at 80%, and major services at 50%, with annual maximums typically between $1,000 and $2,000.

What if my Principal plan has a waiting period?
Some Principal plans include 6–12 month waiting periods for major services. We confirm your plan’s waiting periods during verification and help you schedule treatment to maximize your benefits.

What if I don’t have a Principal plan but want to use your office?
We accept several other major insurers, and we offer an in-house membership plan for patients without insurance — covering routine care and giving discounts on other procedures.

Book Your First Appointment as a Principal Member

Whether you’re due for a cleaning, looking into Invisalign, or need to address a dental concern, we’ll make using your Principal benefits straightforward.

Call (718) 383-0024 or book online. We’re at 739 Manhattan Avenue in Greenpoint, a 2-minute walk from the Nassau Avenue G stop and a few blocks north of McCarren Park.