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Want to Save Money? Visit Your Dentist!

October 18, 2020

Filed under: Uncategorized — longviewdentalcenter @ 2:50 am
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There are many different reasons that some people decide to skip out on their regular dental visits, including trying to save money. However, you are much more likely to be paying more in the long run for dental care if you’re skipping out on preventive care. In fact, for every dollar you spend on preventive care now, you save about $50 later on restorative care. Continue reading to learn how regular dental visits save you money and why you should take advantage of your dental insurance before the end of the year.

Prevent Tooth Decay

Even if you are the best brusher and flosser in the whole world, this doesn’t mean that you are exempt from regular dental visits. There will always be places in your mouth that you miss. During your regular cleanings, your dental hygienist will clear away plaque and tartar buildups on your teeth before it becomes an issue. During your checkup, your dentist will check for existing decay so you can have it treated before needing a more invasive procedure like a root canal or extraction. These procedures cost more and will increase what you are responsible for out-of-pocket even if you have dental insurance.

Catch Gum Disease Early

Every time you go in for a regular dental checkup, your dentist looks for early signs of gum disease. It is extremely common with approximately half of American adults over the age of 30 suffering from it. It is also very preventable and can even be reversable when caught in its early stages. When left untreated, it can cause you to experience gum recession, loose teeth, and tooth loss. By addressing this issue with your dentist now, you can save money on restorations and invasive treatments that may not be covered by insurance later on.

Detect Oral Cancer

At the beginning of all of your checkups, your dentist checks for early signs of this deadly disease. When it is detected early on, it can often be treated easily. However, it progresses very quickly so missing a single dental visit could cause you to need intensive chemotherapy. Visiting your dentist not only saves you money, but it can also save your life!

Reduce Staining

Your hygienist polishes your teeth as the end of your cleaning. They use a gritty material known at prophylaxis paste which breaks apart surface stains that are caused by drinking coffee, smoking, and aging. By getting this done on a regular basis, you are less likely to feel the need to spend money on cosmetic treatments in the future in order to reduce discoloration.

As the year is coming to a close, don’t forget to see your dentist. For most dental insurance plans, the benefit deadline is December 31. This means that any of your unused benefits go to waste. Be sure to maximize your benefits before you lose them. By going to the dentist now, you can save your wallet in the future!

About the Author

Dr. George R. Stoddard is a well experienced dentist whose career in the field expands 25 years. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. His practice offers in-network benefits for most local insurers. For more information or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Stoddard at his office in Longview, visit his website or call (903) 753-9758.

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