{"id":264,"date":"2024-01-03T04:52:38","date_gmt":"2024-01-03T04:52:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.moultondentistry.com\/blog\/?p=264"},"modified":"2024-09-12T13:09:59","modified_gmt":"2024-09-12T13:09:59","slug":"reasons-to-visit-your-dentist-early-in-the-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.moultondentistry.com\/blog\/2024\/01\/03\/reasons-to-visit-your-dentist-early-in-the-year\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Reasons You Should Visit Your Dentist Early in the Year"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.moultondentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-300x200.png\" alt=\"patient at dentist\" class=\"wp-image-265\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.moultondentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.moultondentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.moultondentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image.png 975w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p> <p class=\"MsoNormal\">The new year is finally upon us, and with it, a lot of new goals, resolutions, and opportunities to better yourself! But do any of your plans for 2024 involve maintaining a healthier smile? One of the best ways to ensure that your grin looks and feels its best for the new year is by scheduling a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.moultondentistry.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">preventive dental checkup<\/a> early in the year. Keep reading to learn about three reasons why this is a wise move!<span style=\"font-size: revert;color: initial\"> <\/span><\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p><h2>1. Potential Problems Can Be Identified Early On<\/h2> <p class=\"MsoNormal\">If there\u2019s one thing you should keep in mind heading into the new year, it\u2019s that small problems have the potential to become big problems if they remain unaddressed\u2014this applies to life in general, but also dentistry! During routine preventive visits, your dentist will closely inspect your teeth, gums, and other oral structures for signs of concern. Common issues like tooth decay, cavities, and gum disease aren\u2019t always easily identifiable, and you better believe they\u2019ll worsen without intervention. Your dentist will also examine your mouth for signs of oral cancer\u2014though this is a serious illness, it\u2019s quite treatable if it\u2019s caught early on!<\/p> <h2>2. Dental Insurance Benefits Reset <\/h2> <p class=\"MsoNormal\">If you or your family members are enrolled in a dental insurance plan, the start of a new calendar year means that your benefits have also reset. This means it\u2019s time to start using them! Typically, dental insurance plans cover the cost of preventive checkups and cleanings. Dentists and insurance companies alike understand that it\u2019s cheaper to treat problems early on than down the road, and these visits are instrumental in this. Whether or not you took advantage of your coverage last year, don\u2019t hesitate to use your dental insurance this year!<\/p> <h2>3. A New Year Means a New Smile<\/h2> <p class=\"MsoNormal\">Of course, you might also be hoping that 2024 is the year you finally achieve the brighter and radiant smile you\u2019ve always dreamed of\u2014and your dentist can help! Routine cleanings can remove quite a lot of the gradual mild staining that occurs from eating and drinking things like coffee, red wines and sauces, sodas, and other similar items. Smoking and other bad oral habits might\u2019ve also tarnished your smile to the point where brushing does you no good, and you might need to undergo whitening. Your dentist can draw up a customized treatment plan for you after hearing about your desired smile goals that involve all sorts of useful cosmetic treatments\u2014and you\u2019ll smile brightly for the entire new year!<\/p> <h2>About Moulton Dentistry of Hoover <\/h2> <p class=\"MsoNormal\">The talented team at Moulton Dentistry of Hoover has proudly served patients and families in the Birmingham, AL area for several years, offering a wide range of preventive, cosmetic, and restorative treatment options! If you have any questions about the blog or it\u2019s time for you and your family members to attend their first checkup of the year, don\u2019t wait to contact the practice today either <a href=\"https:\/\/www.moultondentistry.com\/contact.html\">online<\/a> or by phone! <b>Telephone: (205) 619-2458.<\/b><\/p> <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The new year is finally upon us, and with it, a lot of new goals, resolutions, and opportunities to better yourself! 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