Dental Implants for HDS Members by an Implant Focused Prosthodontist
More than half of our patients are covered by Hawaii Dental Service. We file HDS claims, handle pre-authorizations, and help you understand exactly what your plan covers — before you commit to any treatment.
- HDS claims filed directly — you don't chase paperwork
- Free consultation includes a benefits review — we'll explain what HDS covers in plain English
- Pre-authorizations handled before treatment starts — no surprise out-of-pocket
- Implant prosthodontist with 15+ years of experience — not a chain or franchise
- Free 3D CT scan included with consultation when clinically warranted
Insurance plans are nuanced. Implant coverage varies. We'll walk through your specific HDS plan with you and tell you exactly what to expect.
Request Your Consultation
Tell us about your situation and HDS plan. We'll be in touch within one business day.
HDS & Most Major Hawaii Plans
Hawaii Dental Service is the largest dental insurer in the islands — and the carrier we file for most often. We also file claims with most other major plans.
Don't see your carrier? Call us — we file claims with most plans, including out-of-network.
Maximizing Your HDS Benefits
HDS has multiple plan tiers, and coverage for implants and prosthetic work varies. Here's how we help you get the most out of yours.
Will HDS Cover Dental Implants?
The honest answer: it depends on your specific HDS plan and the clinical situation. Some HDS plans cover a portion of implant-related services. Some cover the prosthetic work but not the surgical placement. Some cover only alternative treatments like bridges or dentures.
What we won't do: tell you generically "implants are covered" or "implants aren't covered." Insurance language is too plan-specific for that to be useful.
What we will do: verify your exact plan, walk you through coverage line by line, and give you a written estimate that shows what HDS pays and what you'd owe — before you commit to anything.
Once we have the specifics, we can also discuss strategies like phasing treatment across plan years, combining implants with covered alternative procedures, or sequencing work to make the most of your annual maximum.
Your Free Consultation Includes a Benefits Review
We don't wait until after treatment to figure out what's covered. The consultation is where the insurance conversation starts.
Bring Your HDS Card
Or just your member ID. We'll verify benefits during or right after the visit.
Clinical Evaluation
Dr. Asam examines your teeth, gums, bone, and bite. CBCT 3D imaging when clinically warranted.
Plan + Insurance Review
We walk through your treatment plan and your HDS coverage together — what's covered, what isn't, and why.
Written Estimate
You leave with a written treatment plan and benefits estimate. Take it home, decide on your own time.
Dr. Jmi Lilinoe Bassett Asam
- Specialist in Prosthodontics — 1 of 7 main ADA-recognized dental specialties
- DDS — Harvard School of Dental Medicine, cum laude
- 15+ years of clinical experience in implant dentistry & full-mouth reconstruction
- Independent, owner-operated specialty practice in Honolulu
- First female Native Hawaiian to graduate cum laude from Harvard SDM
Dr. Asam is a prosthodontist with 15+ years of clinical experience in tooth replacement, implants, and full-mouth reconstruction. PDIS is independent and locally-owned — staffed by a team that has been navigating HDS and other Hawaii dental plans on patients' behalf for years.
HDS & Implant Insurance Questions
Do you accept HDS?
Yes. We file claims directly with Hawaii Dental Service for most plan types. Bring your HDS card or member ID to the consultation and we'll verify your specific benefits.
Are dental implants covered by HDS?
It depends on your specific HDS plan. Some plans cover a portion of implant-related services; others cover prosthetic work but not surgical placement; others cover only alternative treatments. We verify your specific plan and walk you through exactly what's covered before any treatment begins.
What is a pre-authorization and do I need one?
A pre-authorization is a written confirmation from HDS of what they will and won't cover for your specific treatment plan, before treatment begins. For larger cases like implants, we strongly recommend pre-authorization — and we handle the submission for you.
Can I split treatment across plan years to maximize coverage?
Sometimes yes — when it makes clinical sense. HDS plans typically have an annual maximum benefit, and for multi-stage treatment we can sometimes sequence work across plan years to make better use of those benefits. We'll discuss whether that applies to your case.
What if my HDS plan doesn't cover implants?
Many HDS plans still cover related services like 3D imaging, extractions, bone grafting, or the crown that goes on top of an implant — even if the implant itself isn't covered. We'll identify every covered component and apply your benefits where we can.
Do you accept HDS Drug, HDS Vision, or only the dental plans?
We work with HDS dental plans. HDS Drug and Vision are separate products and don't apply to dental treatment. If you're not sure which HDS plan you have, bring your card to the consultation and we'll sort it out.
What if I have HDS plus a secondary insurance?
We can coordinate benefits between HDS and a secondary carrier when applicable. Bring both insurance cards and we'll determine the order of benefits and how each contributes.
Free Consultation. HDS Benefits Review Included.
We'll examine your case, verify your HDS coverage, and give you a written treatment plan with a clear benefits estimate. Then you decide.