There are many benefits to starting the year with a dental checkup in Moses Lake. If getting a bright, beautiful smile is on your list of New Year’s resolutions, a visit to the dentist can help ensure you meet that goal. Here are 4 reasons you should schedule a dentist appointment now.
More Flexible Scheduling
For most dentists, the first few weeks after a holiday can be very slow. Scheduling a visit early in the year gives you the opportunity to make your appointment fit into your schedule, rather than only being able to see your dentist when they finally have an opening. If your dentist has fewer patients, that also means you have more time to ask more in-depth questions about any procedures they may have recommended.
Early Diagnosis and Treatment of Dental Issues
From October through February, the many delicious meals and treats that can wreak havoc on your teeth tend to add to the plaque, tartar and bacteria on your teeth. Visiting your dentist early in the year can mean the difference between a simple filling and the need for a root canal. It can also lead to an early diagnosis of gum disease, oral cancer or even diabetes. The sooner these conditions are found, the easier it is to treat them.
Reset Dental Benefits
For most, health and dental benefits reset at the beginning of the year. Meeting with your dentist early means that you have the opportunity to plan out any treatments, restorative and possibly cosmetic, to help you achieve the dazzling smile you’ve always wanted. Who wouldn’t want to get the most out of their dental benefits? This reset also gives you the chance to catch up on any treatments you weren’t able to get the year before.
Starting the New Year on a Positive Note
If you have made a habit of covering your mouth when you smile or laugh, you’re not alone. Studies show that more than 80 percent of adults are self-conscious of their smiles. Starting your year by getting your dental health in check can give you the ability to achieve a healthy mouth sooner rather than later. When your birthday, vacation or special dates arrive this year, you’ll be able to flash a confident smile without giving it a second thought.
Scheduling your dental checkup at the start of the year is one of the best things you can do for your overall health. If 2021 is the year you get your smile back, your dentist in Moses Lake is happy to help you do it.
About the Author
Dr. Craig Harder is proud to offer patients of all ages personalized, comprehensive dental care. He performs almost all of the dental services and treatments that his patients may need. In addition to transforming smiles throughout the Moses Lake area, Dr. Harder is also a contributing author for Dental Economics, the world’s leading dental journal. If you’re ready to have a gorgeous smile, visit the website or contact the office at (509) 765-4351 to schedule your visit with Dr. Harder today!