{"id":972,"date":"2024-01-05T16:32:30","date_gmt":"2024-01-05T16:32:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.williamsburgdentalllc.com\/blog\/?p=972"},"modified":"2024-01-30T16:32:40","modified_gmt":"2024-01-30T16:32:40","slug":"happy-2024-why-you-should-get-your-dental-checkup-done-early","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.williamsburgdentalllc.com\/blog\/2024\/01\/happy-2024-why-you-should-get-your-dental-checkup-done-early\/","title":{"rendered":"Happy 2024! Why You Should Get Your Dental Checkup Done Early"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The ball has dropped, the confetti has been cleaned up, and a new year has started. Although the holidays are over, you have a whole year ahead of you. It can feel like you have all the time in the world to get everything done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, one important thing you should try to do early in the year is to visit the dentist. If you want to make 2024 a great year full of smiles, you should think about having a dental checkup and cleaning<\/a> scheduled sooner than later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Reason #1: Enjoy a Fresh Start to 2024<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You don\u2019t know what\u2019ll happen this upcoming year, but don\u2019t you want to start it on a positive note? Taking care of essential preventive care sets your smile and your year up for success. Just as 2024 is a clean slate, your teeth can feel sparkly and refreshing, helping you feel more confident facing life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With this renewed confidence in your smile, perhaps you can feel more assured going into a job interview, a first date, or whatever you want to accomplish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reason #2: Boost Your Overall Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Beginning on January 1, many people resolve to be healthier, but it can sometimes be hard to follow through or measure whether you\u2019re making progress on your goals. Getting your teeth and gums checked is a great way to help not only your smile but also your entire body stay strong. Hundreds of studies suggest that oral health affects heart health, mental health, brain function, and other systems in the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This routine appointment is a simple way to promote your overall well-being. In some cases, a dentist is the first person to notice a larger health issue. For instance, during your visit, your dentist may be to identify indications that you could have trouble with blood sugar control, high blood pressure, or oral cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reason #3: Easily Fit in 2 Covered Dental Visits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Did you know that every year, $100 billion of unused insurance benefits goes back to insurance companies? When you don\u2019t take full advantage of your coverage by going to the dentist twice a year, you leave money\u2014your money\u2014on the table for insurance companies to pocket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By checking off your first visit early in the year, you have plenty of time to do your second one in the other half of the year. As a result, you get the most out of your benefits without breaking a sweat!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You have all of 2024 in front of you, but you should not put off your dental checkup and cleaning for later. Get it done early so that you and your smile can have an excellent year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Williamsburg Dental serves Lincoln patients throughout the area with six convenient locations. As a result, you\u2019re bound to have one of our offices close to work or home. We are proud to offer truly comprehensive services, including complex implant procedures as well as simple care like dental cleanings and checkups. To schedule an appointment, contact one of our locations<\/a> for available timeslots.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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