{"id":196,"date":"2020-11-20T20:42:52","date_gmt":"2020-11-20T20:42:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jldentalstl.com\/blog\/?p=196"},"modified":"2020-12-20T20:43:15","modified_gmt":"2020-12-20T20:43:15","slug":"dental-checkup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jldentalstl.com\/blog\/2020\/11\/20\/dental-checkup\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Reasons to Schedule a Dental Checkup Early"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"PersonBelieve it or not, the new year is only a few weeks away, which means your dental benefits are about to be reinstated. You\u2019ll have the comprehensive coverage you need to keep your smile healthy. Although you plan on focusing on your New Year\u2019s resolutions, take the time to visit your dentist for a dental checkup. While you have all year to use your preventive coverage, there are advantages to seeing your dentist early. Here are 5 reasons to start the new year with a cleaning and checkup<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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1. Invest in a Healthy Smile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your toothbrush and floss are important for a healthy smile,\nbut your teeth and gums also need care from a dentist to avoid common dental\nissues. The American Dental Association recommends you have an appointment at\nleast twice a year to prevent oral\nhealth problems<\/a>, like decay or gum disease. You\u2019ll lessen the need for a costly\ntreatment. On average, every $1 spent on prevention can save as much as $50 on\nrestorative services to save money throughout the year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Reach Your Deductible Early <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After reaching your deductible, you\u2019re given an annual\nallowance to help offset the cost of common treatments. Scheduling an\nappointment early in the year allows you to pay your deductible to enjoy as\nmuch as 80% coverage to keep your smile healthy until hitting your limit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Prevent a Dental Emergency<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

No one has time in their day for an unplanned trip to the dentist. If you don\u2019t visit your dentist regularly, you\u2019re increasing the risk of a dental emergency. Although you might never expect one to happen to you, 1 in 6 Americans experiences a sudden oral health issue each year. A cleaning and checkup will ensure there isn\u2019t a problem brewing in your mouth that can lead to an emergency later. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Benefit from an Oral Cancer Screening<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Besides a cleaning and checkup, your routine visits are\nessential for oral cancer screenings. It\u2019s believed as much as 80% of oral cancer\ncases can be detected early by dentists. Even if you don\u2019t think you\u2019re at risk,\nyou can benefit from a screening to give you peace of mind throughout the year.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Don\u2019t Waste Your Coverage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Life can get busy pretty quickly, which means you might not\nhave the time to visit your dentist over the next few months. Before you know\nit, it can be the holiday season again, leaving you with dental benefits that\nare about to expire. On average, less than 3% of Americans meet or exceed their\nannual limits. You can ensure you make the most of your monthly investment by\nkeeping a dental appointment at the top of your priority list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Schedule your appointment early to begin 2021 with a\nhealthy, beautiful smile. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Dr. Jonathan Mears<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr.\nMears<\/a> earned his dental degree at Southern Illinois University School of\nDental Medicine. He\u2019s completed advanced training in many specialties, like\nendodontics. He focuses on prevention to promote optimal oral health. If you\nneed an appointment, contact our office<\/a>\ntoday for a cleaning and checkup.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Believe it or not, the new year is only a few weeks away, which means your dental benefits are about to be reinstated. You\u2019ll have the comprehensive coverage you need to keep your smile healthy. Although you plan on focusing on your New Year\u2019s resolutions, take the time to visit your dentist for a dental […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n5 Reasons to Schedule Your Dental Checkup and Cleaning Early<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Don\u2019t wait to see your general dentist. 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