{"id":156,"date":"2020-06-11T09:53:02","date_gmt":"2020-06-11T09:53:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wethersfielddentalgroup.com\/blog\/?p=156"},"modified":"2020-06-11T09:53:06","modified_gmt":"2020-06-11T09:53:06","slug":"dentist-checkups-save-money","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wethersfielddentalgroup.com\/blog\/2020\/06\/11\/dentist-checkups-save-money\/","title":{"rendered":"How Dental Checkups Can Save You Money in the Long Run"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wethersfielddentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/AdobeStock_209444998__1562868673_53862-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"tooth in one hand, coins in the other \" class=\"wp-image-157\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wethersfielddentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/AdobeStock_209444998__1562868673_53862-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wethersfielddentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/AdobeStock_209444998__1562868673_53862-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wethersfielddentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/AdobeStock_209444998__1562868673_53862.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Going to the dentist can seem like a hassle to many people. After\nall, you have to take time out of your busy schedule to have someone poke around\nin your mouth and tell you that you haven\u2019t been flossing as much as you should.\nNot to mention that dental <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wethersfielddentalgroup.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">checkups\nand cleanings<\/a> can seem expensive. Did you know, however, that regularly\nattending these appointments can actually save you money in the long run? Keep\nreading to learn how. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can Seeing Your Dentist Regularly Save You Money?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a few ways that regular dental checkups and\ncleanings can save you money. Some of these ways include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Avoiding the Need for More Expensive Treatment <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One great benefit of regularly seeing your dentist is that\nthey can detect early warning signs of potential issues before they spiral into\nhuge problems. For example, if your dentist spots a tiny cavity that you wouldn\u2019t\neven notice on your own, they can get that filled easily and at relatively\nlittle cost to you. If, however, you wait until that cavity becomes noticeably painful,\nyou might need more extensive treatment, like a root canal or even a tooth\nextraction. Not only do these procedures take longer, but they typically cost\nmuch more. Attending checkups can help your dentist catch little problems like\ncavities before they become larger issues. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preventing Related Medical Conditions <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>More than half of American adults will have gum disease at\nsome point in their lives. Besides also being the leading cause of tooth loss\nin the United States, gum disease has been linked to a whole host of other\nhealth problems, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Heart disease <\/li><li>Alzheimer\u2019s <\/li><li>Birth complications in pregnant women <\/li><li>Osteoporosis <\/li><li>Diabetes <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Just like cavities, your dentist can also catch gum disease\nearly enough to prevent these medical complications from developing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Saving Money on Teeth Whitening <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The last portion of your regular appointment is the teeth\ncleaning. Your dental hygienist will use a special paste to remove stains from\nthe surface of your teeth, making your smile shine brighter. Going to these\nvisits can save you money that you might have otherwise spent on teeth whitening\nproducts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Often Should You Visit the Dentist?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>More often than not, it\u2019s recommended that you visit your\ndentist twice a year, or every six months. However, if you have a history of gum\ndisease or poor oral health in general, or if you have a condition that can compromise\nyour immune system (like diabetes or HIV\/AIDS), you may need to schedule a\ncheckup more often. Your dentist can evaluate your oral health and determine\nhow often you need to come in. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Seeing your dentist twice a year for checkups and cleanings\nmay sound like a chore or a waste of money, but it can save you so much down\nthe line. If it has been more than six months since your last appointment, give\nyour dentist a call today! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wethersfielddentalgroup.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\">Dr. Ukti\nPhadnis<\/a> is a dentist in Wethersfield, CT who earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine\ndegree from the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine. She takes extensive\npost-graduate training courses every year in subjects such as Invisalign,\ndental implants, TMJ therapy, and cosmetic dentistry. She strives to form\nlong-lasting relationships with her patients and help them feel comfortable in\nthe dental chair. To get started on saving money, schedule your checkup with\nDr. Phadnis <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wethersfielddentalgroup.com\/contact-us.html\">via\nher website<\/a> or by calling 860-400-3007.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Going to the dentist can seem like a hassle to many people. After all, you have to take time out of your busy schedule to have someone poke around in your mouth and tell you that you haven\u2019t been flossing as much as you should. 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