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Now that 2021 is finally here, you are probably planning all sorts of things for the year. Whether your resolution is to head to the gym an extra time each week, limit junk food, or doing one act of kindness each day, you\u2019re setting yourself up for success. Another thing that you should highly consider is setting up your dental checkup<\/a> for early in the year. There is no better time to do so. Continue reading to learn a few reasons why now is a great time to schedule an appointment to have your teeth cleaned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Maximize Your Dental Insurance Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re one of the millions of Americans who has dental insurance through work or another means, you probably already know that all of your benefits renew at the beginning of the calendar year. This means that you are once again responsible for covering your annual deductible. By scheduling your appointment now, you can get this payment over with. This is especially helpful if you have multiple dependents on your insurance plan. This way, you won\u2019t have any unpleasant surprises later in the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Begin the Year with a Healthy Smile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We all know that the holiday season probably wasn\u2019t the greatest time of the year for your teeth. All of those delicious treats and sugary beverages are difficult to say no to, but they can damage your smile. Now that 2021 is here, why not start out the year by having your teeth cleaned and examined? This way, your dentist can catch any trouble spots and treat them before they become serious. You shouldn\u2019t be going through the year with a smile that is anything other than healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More Room for Appointments<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Even though your planner has lots of blank space now, soon enough, you\u2019ll be filling out all of the pages with meetings, events, and other appointments. The same think happens to your dentist\u2019s calendar as well. This can make it more difficult for you to schedule a time that works best for you. By calling early on, you will have a better chance at getting into the office sooner and on a day that is most ideal for your busy schedule. The early bird gets the worm!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You use your smile every single day, so it is important that it is well taken care of. When you schedule an appointment early, your oral health will be in good shape for the new year!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

At Boerne Dental Center, you have not just one, but two experienced dentists providing quality care to patients in the Boerne community. Dr. David J. Gomillion<\/a> and Dr. Clifford D. Luttrell, Sr.<\/a> earned their dental doctorates from the top-ranked University of Texas Health Science Center Dental School and have been working in the field for more than three decades. To learn more about regular dental cleanings and checkups or to schedule an appointment, visit their website<\/a> or call (830) 249-2045.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Now that 2021 is finally here, you are probably planning all sorts of things for the year. Whether your resolution is to head to the gym an extra time each week, limit junk food, or doing one act of kindness each day, you\u2019re setting yourself up for success. Another thing that you should highly consider […]<\/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":"\nReasons to Schedule Your Checkup Early, Boerne | Boerne Dental Center<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"There is no better time than now to schedule your dental checkup. 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