Summer in Minnesota has a way of disrupting even our best routines. Between vacations, weekends at the lake, and simply trying to enjoy every warm day, dental care can easily slide down the priority list.
As we head into fall and life settles back into a routine, now is a great time to get your dental health back on track.
One of the biggest mistakes we see is waiting until something hurts to address a dental concern. A sensitive tooth, a filling that needs attention, bleeding gums, or treatment recommended earlier in the year can be easy to put off when it isn’t causing a major problem. Unfortunately, dental problems rarely improve on their own.
Small problems also have a tendency to become bigger ones. A cavity that may only need a filling today can eventually require a crown or root canal. Bleeding gums are often a sign of inflammation and shouldn’t be ignored. Left untreated, gum disease can progress to periodontal disease and loss of the bone that supports your teeth.
Your oral health is also an important part of your overall health. Your mouth isn’t separate from the rest of your body. Taking care of your teeth and gums — and addressing inflammation and disease—is an important part of taking care of your overall well-being.
Fall is also a good time to revisit treatment you’ve already discussed with your dental team. If you’ve been postponing care, consider getting it scheduled before the busy holiday season arrives.
One More Reason Not to Wait: Your Dental Benefits
Many dental insurance plans operate on a calendar year, which means unused benefits typically expire at the end of December and don’t roll over. If you have benefits available, completing needed treatment before December 31 can help you make the most of coverage you’ve already paid for.
Insurance shouldn’t determine whether you take care of your teeth — it should simply be a tool that helps you do it. So this fall, ask yourself: Is there dental care I’ve been putting off? If the answer is yes, now is a great time to get back on track.
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