{"id":1020,"date":"2020-10-13T17:06:00","date_gmt":"2020-10-13T17:06:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentistpasadenatx.com\/blog\/?p=1020"},"modified":"2020-11-09T17:12:32","modified_gmt":"2020-11-09T17:12:32","slug":"dental-insurance-save-money-with-dental-checkups","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dentistpasadenatx.com\/blog\/2020\/10\/13\/dental-insurance-save-money-with-dental-checkups\/","title":{"rendered":"Want to Save Money? 4 Reasons to Visit Your Dentist!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentistpasadenatx.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/AdobeStock_207357949__1604941284_82370-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Model tooth next to increasing stacks of coins from dental insurance\" class=\"wp-image-1021\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentistpasadenatx.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/AdobeStock_207357949__1604941284_82370-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dentistpasadenatx.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/AdobeStock_207357949__1604941284_82370-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dentistpasadenatx.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/AdobeStock_207357949__1604941284_82370.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Right now, everyone is looking for ways to save money. If\nyou\u2019re looking to bulk up your savings, you probably already know to start by\ncutting back on unnecessary expenses. As you\u2019re determining what you can do\nwithout, don\u2019t try to save money by canceling your dental checkups and\ncleanings! Even if your teeth look and feel fine, these simple visits can save\nyou a substantial amount of money and time in the long run. Here are four ways\ndental checkups benefit both your smile and your wallet! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.) Prevent Costly Problems in the Future<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to oral health, the saying \u201cAn ounce of\nprevention is worth a pound of cure\u201d holds true. Common issues like cavities\nand gum disease can progress unnoticed and lead to painful, expensive\ncomplications if left untreated. However, regularly visiting your dentist can\ncatch these issues while they\u2019re small and affordable to treat, or better yet, stop\nthem from developing in the first place! It\u2019s estimated that for every dollar\nspent on preventive dental care, up to $50 can be saved on treatments later. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2.) Save Money on Cosmetic Treatments<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks to modern dental techniques and technologies, there\nare plenty of cosmetic services that can correct chipped, cracked, stained, or\notherwise flawed teeth. However, you can help keep your smile sparkling,\nstrong, and intact with regular preventive care and cleanings from your dentist.\nCheckups will typically cost you less than cosmetic services, especially if you\nhave dental insurance!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3.) Avoid Expensive Dental Emergencies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Try as we might, not every broken or knocked-out tooth can\nbe avoided. But you can dramatically lower your chances of a dental emergency\nand the expenses that come with treating one with regular dental checkups. Biannual\nvisits give your dentist a chance to identify any factors, habits, or developing\nissues that may be putting your smile at risk of damage or infection. Even if\nyour smile seems healthy, these quick visits can help you avoid an expensive\ndental emergency in the future. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4.) Spend Less on Overall Healthcare Costs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that the health of your teeth and gums influences\nthe wellbeing of the rest of your body? Countless studies have linked poor oral\nhealth to an increased risk of systemic conditions such as respiratory infections,\nrheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, and heart disease. In fact, recent studies discovered\nthat those with a healthy smile tend to pay less for cardiovascular care than\nthose with poor oral health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Two quick and simple dental checkups each year can save you\na tremendous amount of time, money, and hassle! If you\u2019re concerned about the\ncost of caring for your oral health, talk to your dentist about which <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentistpasadenatx.com\/dental-insurance.html\">dental insurance<\/a>\nthey accept and what financing options are available. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Dr, Huy Nguyen and his team at Town Square Dental are\ncommitted to helping the smiles of Pasadena and the surrounding communities\nstay happy and healthy for life. They strive to make oral health care as easy\nand pleasant for their patients as possible with an inviting and comfortable atmosphere,\non-time appointments, and the latest technology for the most comfortable\ntreatments. They accept a variety of dental insurances as well as financing\noptions from CareCredit. To learn more about how affordable it can be to care\nfor your smile, they can be contacted via their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentistpasadenatx.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or at <strong>(713)\n534-8800. <\/strong>&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Right now, everyone is looking for ways to save money. If you\u2019re looking to bulk up your savings, you probably already know to start by cutting back on unnecessary expenses. As you\u2019re determining what you can do without, don\u2019t try to save money by canceling your dental checkups and cleanings! 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