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In the Lakeview New Orleans Area
Financing & Payment Options for Dental Care
We are committed to providing dental care that is both high quality and affordable.
Payment options include cash, checks, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, and any major or participating insurance.
We Offer Multiple Options For
Insured & Non-Insured Dental Patients
Dental Insurance Policy
We are proud to be in-network with many major dental insurance plans, including:
• Humana
• Delta Dental
• Aetna
• MetLife
• United Healthcare
• Guardian
• Cigna
• Ameritas
• GEHA
• Freedom Life Insurance
• Physicians Mutual
• Mutual of Omaha
• Reliance Standard
• Teamcare
• BCBS
• AFLAC
• Principal
• Sun Life
• UMR
…and many others.
Our team works diligently to maximize your insurance benefits so you can receive the care you need with minimal out-of-pocket expense. If your specific plan is not listed above, please contact our office; we are likely in-network with it or will gladly work with you as an out-of-network provider.
Whether you are in-network or out-of-network with your plan, we are happy to help you file insurance claims, submit necessary documentation, and answer any questions you may have about your coverage. We believe dealing with insurance should be hassle-free, and we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Dental Membership Plan
We Have an Affordable Plan for You
🦷 Our MVP Membership Plan – $500 Annual Fee
No insurance? No problem. Our MVP (Most Valuable Patient) Membership Plan makes it simple and affordable to keep your smile healthy all year long. ✔ Preventive Care Included • 2 Comprehensive Exams • 2 Professional Cleanings • 1 Set of Routine X-Rays • 1 problem-focused exam and x-ray ------------------------------------ ✔ Exclusive Member Savings 10% OFF Basic Services, including: • Fillings • Fluoride treatments • Additional X-rays • Extractions ------------------------------------ 15% OFF Major Services, including: • Crowns • Dentures • Root canals • Implants
🦷 MVPP Plan – $800 Annual Fee
(For Patients with Advanced Gum Disease) Patients diagnosed with periodontal (gum) disease often require more frequent maintenance cleanings to protect their oral and overall health. The MVPP (MVP Perio Plan) includes: ✔ Enhanced Preventive Care • 2 Comprehensive Exams • 4 Periodontal Maintenance Cleanings per year • 1 Set of Routine X-Rays ------------------------------------ ✔ Exclusive Member Savings 10% OFF Basic Services, including: • Exclusive Member Savings • 10% OFF Basic Services • 15% OFF Major Services
Why Choose Our Membership Plan?
• No deductibles
• No waiting periods
• No claim forms
• No annual maximums
• Simple, transparent pricing
Our in-house membership plans are designed to make high-quality dental care accessible and predictable. Whether you need routine preventive care or ongoing periodontal maintenance, we have an option to fit your needs. If you have questions or would like to enroll, our team is happy to help!
"My experience with Ponder Memory has been nothing but STELLAR! I really appreciate the kindness, support and most of all the time taken with me. To Dr. Ponder, Elizabeth, and Lacy, you all made me so comfortable when truly I was a nervous wreck. I would like to think that I was a special patient but I see that you give all of your patients the same kindness and care. The care you and your staff provided me is very often unheard of and I want to send a big thank you and let you know how grateful I am that God placed you all in my path. Thank you so much! For those reading my post, please know that I highly recommend PONDER MEMORY FAMILY DENTAL. They are the Truth!"
