The holiday season is actually the busiest time of the year for most people. The average American spends nearly two straight days Christmas shopping. Mix that in with the other chores and family gatherings, and people don’t have a lot of free time.
That leaves the dentist office wide open. In other words, this is the perfect opportunity to catch up on your dentist appointments.
Keep reading to learn why December is the best time to think about your dental care.
Understanding Your Dental Insurance
Most dental benefit plans start over on the first of January. Any unused benefits don’t roll over to the next year. So if you don’t see your dentist at the end of the year, you’re wasting money. You already have the insurance, so you may as well schedule one last appointment before the deadline.
Double-Check the Date
You should double-check the deadline for your insurance before you schedule an appointment. While most plans end on the last day of December, that’s not true for everyone. If you have a dental benefit plan through your employer, ask them about the cut-off date. If your employer doesn’t know, you can also get in contact with the insurance company directly.
More Benefits of End-of-the-Year Dental Appointments
Insurance is the main reason to schedule an end-of-the-year dentist appointment, but it isn’t the only one. Heading to the dentist during December can sometimes be easier than trying to schedule appointments any other season.
Here’s why:
You Need Regular Visits to the Dentist
You should visit the dentist twice a year, or once every six months. If you haven’t had an appointment sense the beginning of summer, you need one more before the year ends anyway. December is the perfect time to schedule this visit.
Book Your Appointment Now
To take advantage of the benefits that come with your insurance, you need to schedule your dentist appointment now.
Book your appointment as early as you can to ensure your dentist still has openings. The longer you wait, the higher the risk that you’ll miss your chance.
Are you ready for your visit?
Our doors at Your Oaks Dental are always open. Get in touch with us today to schedule your end-of-the-year dentist appointment!