{"id":286,"date":"2018-04-04T22:40:23","date_gmt":"2018-04-04T22:40:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drakevotodds.com\/blog\/?p=286"},"modified":"2018-04-12T22:41:28","modified_gmt":"2018-04-12T22:41:28","slug":"did-know-can-save-money-visiting-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.votodds.com\/blog\/did-know-can-save-money-visiting-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"Did You Know You Can Save Money by Visiting Your Dentist?"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"AIt\u2019s unfortunate, but many people in America will actively put off their dental visits because they want to save money. However, what most people don\u2019t realize is by putting off regular dental visits or not going to the dentist at all, they\u2019re at higher risk of spending more money on dental care than if they had just gone in the first place. Yes, oral hygiene<\/a> is important, but so is getting a professional exam and cleaning from your dentist. Keep in mind, it\u2019s not just your oral health that your dentist is looking out for.<\/p>\n

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Why Skipping Dental Visits is Counterproductive<\/h2>\n

You may reap some short-term savings by skipping your biannual dental visits. However, when a dental emergency appears, or you find out a dental disease is causing significant problems, you\u2019ll find yourself regretting that decision. According to your dentist, most dental disease can be prevented by simply committing to regular visits. In fact, most disease in general is preventable, but only if you have your medical professional exam you and confirm no problems exist.<\/p>\n

For example, preventive services like dental sealants can prevent 80 percent of cavities in children, and that service can be completed in a single visit. Think of it this way. Every dollar spent in preventive care can save you and your family between $8 and $50 in emergency treatments. Whether it\u2019s exams, cleanings, or anything in between, it\u2019s more cost-effective to practice preventive care, rather than wait for an issue to happen.<\/p>\n

You Can Prevent Dental Emergencies<\/h2>\n

For those who prefer to wait until a dental emergency appears to seek treatment, you\u2019ll be disappointed to hear that treatments associated with dental emergencies are typically far more expensive. For example, if you need a tooth extracted because it became infected, replacing it with a dental implant will cost you thousands of dollars.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, other restorative treatments such as crown restorations and placements, root canal therapy, and periodontal therapy all cost far more than getting a routine cleaning and examination.<\/p>\n

Practicing Preventive Care is Money Well-Spent<\/h2>\n

When you visit your dentist every six months, you aren\u2019t just getting an exam or a cleaning. You\u2019re getting peace of mind that your at-home oral hygiene is sufficient. You\u2019re also confirming that you don\u2019t have:<\/p>\n