With the new year right around the corner, your dentist in Joplin wants to make sure you maximize your dental benefits. When it comes to dental coverage, millions of people leave money sitting at the table with the beginning of a new year.
According to the National Association of Dental Plans, only 2.8% of people with PPO dental plan participants reached or exceeded their plans annual maximum. Think of all that money wasted! We’re here to make sure you get use out of what you’ve been paying towards all year long by taking advantage of your dental insurance coverage before 2018 starts.
Start the New Year with a Shining Smile!
If you’ve been paying your dental insurance premiums, you’ve been making sure that you’re covered by dental care. Why not use it? If you choose not to use the benefits, they’ll be forfeited. If you decide that you want a better smile as one of your New Year’s Resolutions, you may have to come out of pocket in January or February. Take charge of 2018 starting now with a cleaner, brighter smile.
Preventive Care is Covered and Critical to Maintaining Oral Health!
Some people may wonder why medical insurance and dental insurance differ. The main reason is that dental care is geared towards preventing problems rather than addressing them as they come like medical insurance. That’s why most dental benefits will cover professional deep cleanings, dental exams, and other preventive services.
Your dentist is here to help you reach optimal oral health and maintain it for a long-lasting, natural smile. If it’s been a while since your last dental appointment, but you want to take advantage of your benefits before the end of the year, schedule your next visit soon. You can expect your appointment to go something like this:
You’ll Receive a Comprehensive Examination
Your dentist will evaluate every inch of your mouth, head, and neck in an attempt to identify any early dental problems. Dentists are trained to spot health issues like tooth decay, gum disease, TMJ dysfunction, teeth grinding, and oral cancer in its initial stages. By finding and addressing the beginning of these problems, you can recover to optimal oral health much faster than if you let the problem continue to develop.
Receive a Professional Cleaning
Although you may clean your teeth thoroughly at home, you need professional cleanings at least every six months. These deep cleanings help to keep tartar from deteriorating your smile and remove hard to reach dental debris. Plus, you’ll have that sleek, shining feeling after your appointment!
Create a Custom Treatment Plan with Your Dentist
Since your dentist takes the time to deeply look at your mouth and oral health, it’s important to discuss the findings of your exam and cleaning. This way, you and your dentist can work together to develop a dental treatment plan that fits within your budget and matches your needs.
If it’s been longer than 6 months since your last dental appointment, there’s no better time to schedule your appointment than now. Take advantage of your dental benefits before the end of the year!
About Our Office
Here at Young Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we look forward to helping you and your loved ones enjoy excellent oral health for a lifetime. We invite patients to explore their dental health benefits with our friendly office team. Even if you don’t have insurance, start the new year with more affordable options through CareCredit. Learn more by contacting our office!