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If achieving your best smile is on your list of New Year\u2019s resolutions for 2021, starting the year with a dental checkup is the best way to get started. Visiting the dentist at the beginning of the year also comes with quite a few benefits. Here are 4 reasons to schedule a visit with your dentist now!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Renewed Dental Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your dental insurance has already reset, that means you have a fresh set of benefits that you can use. If you had dental treatments that you weren\u2019t able to achieve last year, you can get started on them now! Another positive aspect of visiting your dentist early in the year is that you have the ability to plan out any dental services you may need so that you can get the most out of your benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scheduling is More Flexible<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first few weeks after a holiday are usually one of the slowest times for dentists. Planning an early visit gives you the ability to schedule your appointment at your convenience. If your dentist has fewer patients, you will also likely have a bit more time to ask questions and get more thorough answers about any dental treatments you have planned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dental Issues May Be Caught Earlier<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When the barrage of holidays hit around November, it can be easy to fall off a bit with healthy food choices. A dental checkup early in the year gives your dentist the ability to notice the early stages of any issues you may have developed. Catching the early stages of tooth decay or gum disease can end up saving you from having to get more invasive treatments in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting a Head Start on a Healthier Smile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you have felt self-conscious about your smile, you aren\u2019t alone. Studies show that 80 of American adults don\u2019t like their smiles. But with the right dentist, you can get your dental health back on track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once your teeth are healthy, you can start discussing cosmetic dental treatments<\/a> to help you get the luminous smile you deserve. In-office Zoom whitening can dramatically brighten your smile in just one visit. Dental bonding is also a single-visit cosmetic treatment that can mend chips, stains, cracks or gaps. The earlier in the year you visit your dentist, the closer you\u2019ll be to achieving the perfect smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

At Crovatto & Edwards Family Dentistry, Drs. Steven Crovatto and Megan Edwards prioritize the patient\u2019s experience and aim to ensure that each visit exceeds expectations. This team of doctors combine their skills, knowledge and commitment to high-quality dental care to personalize every treatment. Their services range from general dental checkups and cleanings to complete smile makeovers. If you\u2019re ready to get the smile you\u2019ve always wanted, visit the website<\/a> or contact the office at (904) 272-0800 to schedule your appointment today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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