{"id":70,"date":"2021-01-19T06:07:00","date_gmt":"2021-01-19T06:07:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kramerdmd.com\/blog\/?p=70"},"modified":"2024-09-24T04:05:58","modified_gmt":"2024-09-24T04:05:58","slug":"dental-checkup-early","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kramerdmd.com\/blog\/dental-checkup-early\/","title":{"rendered":"Why You Should Schedule Your Dental Visit Early in the Year"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kramerdmd.com\/blog\/dental-checkup-early\/\" class=\"block-image-link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kramerdmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Patient_at_Dentist__1595459253_38019.jpg\" alt=\"Woman at dental checkup\" class=\"wp-image-71\" width=\"299\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kramerdmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Patient_at_Dentist__1595459253_38019.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.kramerdmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Patient_at_Dentist__1595459253_38019-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.kramerdmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Patient_at_Dentist__1595459253_38019-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 299px) 100vw, 299px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that 2020 is finally over, you are probably already planning on all of the exciting things that will happen in the coming year. Whether you have a resolution to hit the gym more often, or you are trying to eat a little bit healthier, one thing that you shouldn\u2019t be forgetting about is your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kramerdmd.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">dental checkups<\/a>. In fact, there is no better time for you to schedule your appointment than now. Continue reading to learn a few reasons why this is the case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Maximize Your Dental Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Millions of Americans have dental insurance through work or another means. If you have dental insurance, you probably already know that your benefits renew at the beginning of the calendar year. This means that you are once again responsible for paying your annual deductible. By going to your dental office now, you can get this payment over with so that you don\u2019t need to worry about it until next year. This is great if you have multiple dependents on your insurance plan. You don\u2019t want to end up with any unnecessary surprises later on in the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Start the Year Right<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You probably aren\u2019t wanting to set yourself up for dental issues later in the year. After all of the delicious food that you had over the holidays, it is probably time that you have your teeth checked out. If your dentist finds any small issues now, like tooth decay or gingivitis, it can be treated before becoming more serious. Having a small filling now can help you to avoid the need for a root canal in the future. Few things can ruin exciting plans faster than an agonizing toothache. There is no reason to continue on with a smile that\u2019s anything other than healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Appointment Availability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Isn\u2019t it nice to have all of those empty spaces in your planner? So much time to yourself. However, you know that it is too good to be true. Soon enough, you will have all sorts of events, meetings, and other appointments. Your dentist\u2019s schedule is filling up quickly too. If you want to choose an appointment time that fits best into your schedule, it is best that you call now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Along with your other New Year\u2019s resolutions, be sure to keep your oral health in mind. Give your dentist a call so you can show off your gorgeous smile throughout the whole year!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kramerdmd.com\/meet-your-dentist.html\">Dr. James K. Kramer<\/a> is an experienced dentist who has been working in the field for more than three decades. He is a Master in the Academy of General Dentistry and is also a member of numerous other professional organizations, including the American Dental Association and the Delaware State Dental Society. For more information or to schedule an appointment at his office in Selbyville, visit his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kramerdmd.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call (302) 436-5133.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Now that 2020 is finally over, you are probably already planning on all of the exciting things that will happen in the coming year. Whether you have a resolution to hit the gym more often, or you are trying to eat a little bit healthier, one thing that you shouldn\u2019t be forgetting about is your dental checkups. In fact, there is no better time for you to schedule your appointment than now. 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