With the holiday season already on the horizon, it’s the perfect time to schedule a visit to your dentist. Squeezing in an appointment before New Year’s Eve can help you make the most of your dental insurance benefits. Find out why you should complete your dental care before December 31.

5 Reasons to See Your Dentist Before 2019

1. Make the Most of Your Deductible

In most cases, your dental insurance provider requires you to pay a set amount of money out of pocket, known as your deductible, before they start providing benefits. If you’ve already reached your deductible, take advantage of the coverage you have now. It usually resets in January. 

2. Use as Much Coverage as Possible

Most dental insurance plans have an annual cap on coverage. Instead of rolling over, this usually renews on the first of the year. If you have coverage dollars left to spend, use them now or they will go to waste. 

3. Don’t Waste FSA Contributions

Payroll contributions in a Flexible Spending Account may be on a pre-tax basis, but if you don’t use them by a certain time, you may forfeit funds. If so, use your full amount for the year — otherwise, you may be losing out on your FSA contribution. 

4. Get Your Smile Holiday-Ready

The holidays are full of opportunities for reunions and photos with family, friends and colleagues. Make sure your teeth and gums are in good health so you can flash your smile confidently. You may also consider cosmetic dentistry services such as teeth whitening.

Eastgate Smiles Dental Care provides residents of Cincinnati, OH, with cutting-edge oral healthcare services in a modern environment. A graduate of the Ohio State University College of Dentistry, Dr. Amanda Garrison is proud to practice in the state where she got her start. She and her team offer an inviting, comfortable atmosphere where patients of all ages feel at ease. Get an overview of their services online, and for a dentist appointment, call (513) 528-1150.