{"id":219,"date":"2022-10-12T19:19:03","date_gmt":"2022-10-12T19:19:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hamptonsbeachdental.com\/blog\/?p=219"},"modified":"2022-11-02T19:19:17","modified_gmt":"2022-11-02T19:19:17","slug":"how-can-visit-with-dentist-help-you-save-money","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hamptonsbeachdental.com\/blog\/2022\/10\/12\/how-can-visit-with-dentist-help-you-save-money\/","title":{"rendered":"How Can a Visit with the Dentist Help You Save Money?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"205\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hamptonsbeachdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_61423888__1666104256_16340-300x205.jpg\" alt=\"dental instrument on top of a pile of money showing how the dentist can save you money\" class=\"wp-image-220\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hamptonsbeachdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_61423888__1666104256_16340-300x205.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hamptonsbeachdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_61423888__1666104256_16340-768x524.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.hamptonsbeachdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_61423888__1666104256_16340.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>With inflation, nearly everyone is feeling a pinch in their budget. In an effort to save money, you may be trying to cut out the nonessentials like getting your hair cut or your nails done as frequently. Maybe you\u2019ve tried making your own cleaning solutions or baking your own bread. Perhaps you\u2019ve canceled elective procedures you want but know you don\u2019t need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But when it comes to dental care, you definitely shouldn\u2019t cancel your six-month appointment. In fact, this visit can help you save money! In this post, you\u2019ll learn how your dentist can help you during these lean economic times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prevent the Need for Expensive Procedures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hands down, the most effective way to save money on caring for your smile is to prevent dental problems to begin with. In fact, studies estimate that for every dollar spent on preventive services at the dentist\u2019s office saves between $8 and $50 in restorative care like root canals, dental crowns, and fillings. That adds up fast to a considerable amount of money saved!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although your everyday, at-home hygiene routine is essential for avoiding oral issues, you also need to meet with your dentist at least twice every year for checkups and cleanings. Not only can they remove cavity-causing plaque buildup and stop future problems from developing, but they can also look for any signs of trouble and address it right away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Treat Sooner Than Later<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Why is it important to treat tooth decay, gum disease, and other oral problems as early as possible? Without intervention from a professional, these issues only continue to worsen and cause more damage. The longer you put off necessary procedures, the more you\u2019ll have to pay in the end. In other words, the sooner you resolve a dental problem, the less invasive (and expensive) the treatment is likely to be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Join Your Dentist\u2019s Membership Plan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t have dental insurance benefits, it can seem as though affordable is out of reach, but many dental practices offer a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hamptonsbeachdental.com\/patient-loyalty-plan.html\">membership or loyalty plan<\/a>. For a reasonable annual fee, you can enjoy the same quality preventive care that insurance covers without all the hoops to jump through. In fact, two visits are included at no additional cost, but if you do need other services, most are offered at a certain discount with the loyalty plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the end, if you really want to save money in the long term, you need to continue seeing your dentist on a regular basis. Letting your oral health fall by the wayside will result in more damage for your smile and your wallet. If it has been a while since your last checkup and cleaning, get back on track now!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Beach Dental, our dentists, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hamptonsbeachdental.com\/meet-the-dentists.html\">Dr. Alexis Gersten and Dr. Jason Parli<\/a>, have the training, skills, and experience to handle advanced procedures, but they encourage a preventive approach to oral health. They have the Beach Dental Patient Loyalty Plan available to help those who do not have dental insurance benefit without the headaches. To schedule an appointment at Beach Dental, you can call our office at 631-325-0731 or visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hamptonsbeachdental.com\/contact.html\">Contact Us page here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With inflation, nearly everyone is feeling a pinch in their budget. 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