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The start of the year is a busy time for many people. It can be difficult to get back into the swing of things after being out of work or school for winter vacation. If you have a long list of things you need to accomplish during the first month of the year, you should add \u201cgo to the dentist\u201d to the top of it. Read on for three reasons why you should schedule your first biannual dental checkup at the beginning of the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

#1: Catch Problems Early On<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There is a range of oral health issues that your dentist looks for during your checkups, including cavities, gum disease, or signs of teeth grinding. By visiting them at the beginning of the year, they will be able to discover these problems sooner rather than later. Prompt detection and treatment is key to preventing issues from developing further, and it can keep you from having to spend a lot of time and money on expensive restorative dental treatments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2: Maintain a Happy, Healthy Smile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some people only go to the dentist if they think something is wrong, but not all oral health issues cause pain or visual changes that are noticeable by the naked eye. Additionally, even if you don\u2019t presently have any oral health issues, dental checkups are a big part of keeping them from arising in the future. During your visits, your dental hygienist will do a deep clean of your teeth to make sure all the plaque and tartar buildups have been removed. This will lessen your chances of developing cavities, gum disease, and a range of other issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3: Maximize Your Dental Insurance Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dental insurance plans usually reset at the beginning of the year. This means you will need to meet your deductible before your insurance provider covers the cost of any dental treatments. By visiting your dentist early in the year, you will be able to meet your deductible sooner. If you have to make an unplanned visit to the dentist later on or planned treatments cost more than you expected, meeting your deductible sooner will let you receive more coverage for these treatments. Many dental insurance providers also offer up to 100% coverage on up to two dental checkups each year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now that you know why making an appointment to see your dentist at the beginning of the year is the best option for your oral health, what are you waiting for? Contact your dentist to schedule a checkup so you can be on your way to a healthier smile in no time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s the start of a new year! That means it\u2019s the perfect time to make an appointment for a dental checkup and cleaning with Palmer Dental Group of Houston. Biannual visits to the dentist are a key part of maintaining a healthy smile and will help you prevent oral health issues<\/a>. Keep your pearly whites looking bright, beautiful, and bragworthy all year long! Are you ready to set up an appointment with Palmer Dental Group of Houston or have more questions about their preventive dental treatments? Visit their website<\/a> or call their office at (713) 221-7398 to get started.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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