First of all, are you aware of the dental insurance benefits you have? Most dental insurance plans, at minimum, provide for two yearly cleanings and checkups with your dentist. What happens during those visits is invaluable to the long-term health of your teeth. Examinations give your dentist the ability to check on potential problems, while cleanings give you a fresh start for home care. Whether you pay for insurance directly or it comes from your employer, these are benefits that you’re entitled to. Failing to use your dental insurance benefits is a total waste!
If You Don’t Use Your Dental Insurance Benefits by the End of the Year, You Lose Out
While you’ll be eligible for two more biannual exams next year, you won’t get the benefit of your benefits this year if you fail to use them. Office calendars tend to fill up late in the year. People want to get their appointments in before the new year, and kids are home from college. That means now is the time to make an appointment for a cleaning and examination. It would be a shame to lose out on something that you already pay for.
Dental Examinations Have so Much Value as Preventive Care Measures
One of the most cost-effective ways to care for your teeth is by taking a preventive approach to care. That’s exactly what biannual cleanings and exams are. Your hygienist will thoroughly clean your teeth so that any plaque buildup stops wearing away at your enamel. You may also receive x-rays so that your dentist can see the complete structure of your teeth and diagnose any problems before they get worse. Your dentist will also examine your teeth and potentially prescribe preventive care in the form of a fluoride rinse or dental sealant. You miss out on all of these helpful treatments if you don’t use your benefits!
Schedule Your Dental Exam with Stubbs Family Dentistry
Dr. Stubbs and his team want to make sure you get the most out of your dental benefits. Don’t miss a chance to take great care of your teeth! Schedule a cleaning and examination before the end of the year. You can set up your appointment online, or by contacting Stubbs Family Dentistry in West Allis, WI at 414-541-8250.
