{"id":387,"date":"2022-01-04T23:17:00","date_gmt":"2022-01-04T23:17:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.centerdds.com\/blog\/?p=387"},"modified":"2022-02-09T01:14:55","modified_gmt":"2022-02-09T01:14:55","slug":"why-is-it-important-to-get-a-dental-checkup-early-in-the-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.centerdds.com\/blog\/why-is-it-important-to-get-a-dental-checkup-early-in-the-year\/","title":{"rendered":"Why It Matters for You to Schedule a Dental Checkup Early in the Year"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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As 2022 looms on the horizon, you are probably thinking more often about what the next year has in store for you. New Year\u2019s resolutions can be great for self-improvement, but don\u2019t get so bogged down thinking about them that you forget to schedule a dental checkup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On that note, your dentist in Center<\/a> wants to discuss some reasons why getting that cleaning and exam done early in the year can pay dividends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Get Your Year Started Strong<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You probably aren\u2019t wanting to risk dental issues later in the year. After all the delicious food that you had over the holidays, it is probably time that you have your teeth checked out. If your dentist finds any small issues now, like tooth decay or gingivitis, it can be treated before becoming more serious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Having a small filling now can help you to avoid the need for a root canal in the future. Few things can ruin exciting plans faster than an agonizing toothache. There is no reason to carry on with a smile that\u2019s anything other than healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get Maximum Mileage Out of Your Dental Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Millions of Americans have dental insurance through their job or other means. If you have dental insurance, you probably already know that your benefits renew at the beginning of the calendar year. This means that you are once again responsible for paying your annual deductible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By going to your dental office now, you can get this payment over with so that you don\u2019t need to worry about it until next year. This is great if you have multiple dependents on your insurance plan. You don\u2019t want to end up with any unnecessary surprises later in the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Secure an Appointment While You Know You Can<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Isn\u2019t it nice to have all those empty spaces in your planner? So much time to yourself. However, you know that it is too good to be true. Soon enough, you will have all sorts of events, meetings, and other appointments. Your dentist\u2019s schedule is filling up quickly, too. If you want to choose an appointment time that fits best into your schedule, you should call now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Be sure to follow through on those New Year\u2019s resolutions that will improve your life, but also remember how a wintertime dental checkup in Center<\/a> can benefit you. Your dentist is ready to help ensure your smile is stellar for the rest of 2022!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

At Family Dental Center of East Texas<\/a>, you are always welcome to get the convenient, comprehensive, and high-quality dental care you deserve. Our dentists can perform a wide array of personalized treatments at our office location. We help patients of all ages and flexible payment options are available. We will be happy to discuss your dental insurance benefits further, including how the time of year matters. For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit our website<\/a> or call (936) 427-9070.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

As 2022 looms on the horizon, you are probably thinking more often about what the next year has in store for you. New Year\u2019s resolutions can be great for self-improvement, but don\u2019t get so bogged down thinking about them that you forget to schedule a dental checkup. On that note, your dentist in Center wants […]<\/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":"\nWhy to Set a Dental Checkup Early in the Year | Dr. Thomas Youngbloood<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"If you have dental insurance as a new year begins, your benefits have probably reset. 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