{"id":38,"date":"2019-10-20T20:27:23","date_gmt":"2019-10-20T20:27:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goodlettsvillesmiles.com\/blog\/?p=38"},"modified":"2019-10-27T20:29:18","modified_gmt":"2019-10-27T20:29:18","slug":"trusted-dentist-in-goodlettsville","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goodlettsvillesmiles.com\/blog\/2019\/10\/20\/trusted-dentist-in-goodlettsville\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Maximize Your Dental Benefits Before the Year Ends!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goodlettsvillesmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/young_blonde_at_dentist_in_dentist_chair_woman_at_dentist__1570908225_17690.jpg\" alt=\"young woman smiling at dentist\" class=\"wp-image-39\" width=\"303\" height=\"201\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goodlettsvillesmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/young_blonde_at_dentist_in_dentist_chair_woman_at_dentist__1570908225_17690.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.goodlettsvillesmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/young_blonde_at_dentist_in_dentist_chair_woman_at_dentist__1570908225_17690-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.goodlettsvillesmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/young_blonde_at_dentist_in_dentist_chair_woman_at_dentist__1570908225_17690-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 303px) 100vw, 303px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Although millions of Americans have dental insurance, many\nof them aren\u2019t getting the most out of it. One reason is they simply don\u2019t take\nadvantage of their coverage. Your dentist in Goodlettsville says you have an opportunity\nto maximize yours, and as you read ahead, you\u2019ll learn how. Therefore, the monthly\ninvestment you make to maintain your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodlettsvillesmiles.com\/dental-insurance.html\">dental\ninsurance<\/a> won\u2019t go to waste, and you can experience the absolute best in oral\nhealth!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Dental Insurance Matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The condition of your oral health affects more than just your\nmouth, teeth and gums. It can also factor into your overall wellness. This is\nwhere dental insurance becomes so valuable; it provides access to vital preventive\ncare, as most plans allow for two visits per year. Along with practicing excellent\noral hygiene, maintaining semi-annual visits to a dentist is a cornerstone of\nsuperb oral health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is what happens at these appointments:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Cleaning <\/strong>\u2013 With professional teeth\ncleaning, any plaque or tartar growth can be eradicated to prevent any unnecessary\noral health issues.<\/li><li><strong>Examination <\/strong>\u2013 Your mouth, teeth and gums\nwill be carefully examined to identify any cavities or other budding problems.<\/li><li><strong>Consultation <\/strong>\u2013 Before you leave the\noffice, you\u2019ll sit down with the dentist to go over the results of your visit. At\nthat time, you can also ask questions and receive helpful tips on how you can\nelevate your oral health.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Benefits of Maintaining Regular Dental Visits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>By receiving the above services and keeping oral bacteria at\nbay, you can prevent the development of cavities and periodontal disease, which\nis the inflammation and infection of your gums. It also allows you an\nopportunity to receive a boost in your oral health IQ from the dentist and staff,\nwhich contributes to the ultimate goal of you maintaining healthy, strong and\nappealing teeth and gums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You Should Act Now<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While having dental insurance is a big plus, it\u2019s only valuable\nif it\u2019s put to use. For most companies, benefits renew at the start of the new\nyear. That means that any remaining coverage from the previous year will typically\nbe lost on January 1<sup>st<\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The average plan has a maximum threshold of around $1,250\nper year. However, most Americans will only use up to $323 of the available\nbenefits. If you fall into this category, and you\u2019ve been leaving money on the\ntable, then now is the time to take action by contacting your local dentist to schedule\na visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By taking immediate action, you can maximize your investment,\nand have functional teeth and healthy gums well into the future!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Deedra Harrison-McClain is a\ngraduate of Meharry Medical College, where she finished at the top of her\nclass. Throughout her career, she has remained passionate about preventive\ndentistry and helping patients avoid unnecessary oral health problems. Dr.\nMcClain treats patients at Goodlettsville Smiles, and she can be reached for\nmore information through her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodlettsvillesmiles.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Although millions of Americans have dental insurance, many of them aren\u2019t getting the most out of it. One reason is they simply don\u2019t take advantage of their coverage. Your dentist in Goodlettsville says you have an opportunity to maximize yours, and as you read ahead, you\u2019ll learn how. 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