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If you\u2019re like most parents, you\u2019re busy. You have work, soccer practice, music lessons, and a million other things on your plate, especially at the beginning of a new year. However, there\u2019s one thing you shouldn\u2019t forget to get done early: your child\u2019s dental checkup and cleaning<\/a>. Why is it so important to get this visit done sooner rather than later?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this post, you\u2019ll learn four reasons and understand the importance of these dental appointments!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Take Advantage of Your Insurance Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you have dental insurance benefits, you definitely want to make sure your child sees their dentist at least twice this calendar year. Typically, two preventive visits are mostly, if not completely, covered\u2014which means you\u2019ll likely pay nothing out-of-pocket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These appointments usually occur six months apart, meaning that if you want to use your benefits to the fullest, you need to have one done by June. In other words, you can\u2019t wait until the last moment to have both of them. By scheduling your child\u2019s first appointment early in the year, you provide plenty of time to complete the second before December 31.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Catch Cavities Early<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In addition to a thorough dental cleaning, this biannual appointment involves the dentist examining your child\u2019s mouth for any sign of decay or infection. In fact, the pediatric dentist can identify a cavity that is just starting to form, even if your child doesn\u2019t feel anything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result, they can address the tooth decay long before it has a chance to cause your child pain and before it requires more invasive and expensive treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prevent Tooth Pain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Did you know that when a child experiences tooth pain, it can affect them mentally, socially, and academically? Studies have found that children with poor oral health tend to get lower grades than those with good oral health. When you think about it, it makes perfect sense. If your child experiences tooth pain, they aren\u2019t able to focus on their studies. They are also more likely to miss valuable class time in the dentist\u2019s office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy a Year of Happy Smiles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Going to the dentist regularly doesn\u2019t automatically guarantee that your child will have no dental problems at all this year. After all, at-home hygiene plays another significant role, and sometimes dental emergencies happen, but these appointments go a long way to protect your child\u2019s teeth from future decay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When your child doesn\u2019t have cavities or other oral problems to deal with, they can feel more confident in themselves and focus on having fun. As a result, you can enjoy looking at your favorite smile more often!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As busy as your schedule may be, make sure you create time to get your child\u2019s first dental visit taken care of early this year. You both can be glad you got it done and move on to the next thing on your list!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Dr. J. Patrick Bowman, or Dr. Patrick<\/a>, is a board-certified pediatric dentist who has advanced training in the growth and development of children, general anesthesia, and behavioral management. In other words, he excels at working with kids! In his care, young patients can find an understanding dentist who makes dental visits fun and stress free. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Patrick, reach out to his practice, Wash Park Pediatric Dentistry, in Denver by going online<\/a> or calling 720-647-6310.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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