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New Year\u2019s has come and gone, so it\u2019s officially 2024 now. You\u2019re likely prepping for the current calendar at this point. Amid your other tasks, though, don\u2019t forget about oral care<\/a>. You should try to get a dental checkup early in the year. By doing so, you\u2019ll enjoy several worthwhile perks. Your Harker Heights dentist can explain more if you\u2019d like. So, read on to learn four reasons for getting a dental checkup in early 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Clean Up From the Holidays<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While the 2023 holidays are over, their effects can still linger. Your teeth might be dealing with the aftermath of cookies, candy canes, and other festive treats. Left unchecked, the sugar from these sweets may decay your pearly whites and cause cavities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Luckily, an early dental checkup would resolve this issue. It\u2019d clean your smile before plaque could do anything. From there, you\u2019d begin the year without severe oral problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meet Your Deductible<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Remember, benefits from dental insurance don\u2019t \u201croll over.\u201d They reset at the beginning of each calendar year. As such, you\u2019ll need to pay your deductible (again) before you get them back. If you don\u2019t, your treatment costs will be wholly out-of-pocket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All that said, an early checkup would meet your deductible quickly. You\u2019d then enjoy your dental benefits for most of 2024. In other words, you\u2019d save money on oral needs for many months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Set a Visit While You Can<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As the new year starts, feeling relaxed and sluggish is easy. Early January doesn\u2019t have many meetings or appointments to track. Still, you can make great use of this time with a dental checkup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you didn\u2019t already know, slots for dental visits fill quickly. Failing to book one early can mean waiting months to see a dentist. Should that happen, your oral health will be at risk. Therefore, work to avoid that outcome and book a visit soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Start 2024 On a High Note<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Often enough, how you start a year can impact its later qualities. Good choices made in January can pay off by December. Therefore, make 2024 great by getting a dental checkup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You see, starting the year with a nice smile has perks. It can lead to good impressions with friends, family, and coworkers. Over time, those interactions can trigger opportunities \u2013 romance, promotions, etc. You\u2019d then reap many rewards and enjoy a higher quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indeed, it\u2019s a good idea to get a dental checkup early. Given that fact, visit your local dentist soon!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Market Heights Family Dental<\/a> is based in Harker Heights, TX. Led by Dr. Angie Lim<\/a>, our practice provides quality dental care to all its patients. We thus offer preventive, cosmetic, and restorative work, as well as emergency oral treatments. Naturally, then, our dental checkups are truly top-notch! For more details or to book a visit, you can reach us on our website<\/a> or by phone at (254)-699-3565<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

New Year\u2019s has come and gone, so it\u2019s officially 2024 now. You\u2019re likely prepping for the current calendar at this point. Amid your other tasks, though, don\u2019t forget about oral care. You should try to get a dental checkup early in the year. By doing so, you\u2019ll enjoy several worthwhile perks. Your Harker Heights dentist […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nWhy Get a Dental Checkup Early? | Market Heights Family Dental<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"In reality, there are several reasons to get a dental checkup early in the year. 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