{"id":180,"date":"2017-11-18T16:04:29","date_gmt":"2017-11-18T16:04:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drnaikdental.com\/blog\/?p=180"},"modified":"2017-12-18T16:06:44","modified_gmt":"2017-12-18T16:06:44","slug":"dentist-flint-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drnaikdental.com\/blog\/dentist-flint-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Schedule Your End of the Year Checkup with Your Dentist in Flint"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-181\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drnaikdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/healthy-smine-6-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Smile in dental mirror\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.drnaikdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/healthy-smine-6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.drnaikdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/healthy-smine-6.jpg 728w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>The upcoming months are an exciting time of year as your gather with loved ones and friends to celebrate the holidays. While the season is busy with planning family meals and gift exchanges, it is important to take the time to schedule your end of the year checkup with your dentist in Flint. Not only does this allow you to bring in the new year with a healthy smile, but utilizes any unused dental benefits to maximize the value of your coverage.<br \/>\n<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Maximize Your Dental Coverage<\/h2>\n<p>Every month, you pay premiums to get dental care for affordable rates. Your insurance policy allows you to see your dentist twice a year for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drnaikdental.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">cleaning and checkup<\/a> while also giving you a yearly allowance to get the services you need for a healthy, beautiful smile. However, as the end of the year approaches, your benefits are about to expire.<\/p>\n<p>Your benefits will not carry over for accumulation and your will not be reimbursed for the amount you have paid. To make the most of your coverage, now is the time to use any remaining benefits for a valuable savings opportunity.<\/p>\n<h2>Get a Healthy Smile<\/h2>\n<p>While the holiday season is busy, now is the ideal time to schedule your last preventive appointment for the year. Your dentist will perform a cleaning to remove harmful plaque and tartar accumulations to ward of dental issues like tooth decay and gum disease. In addition, a checkup is performed to detect any potential issues early to lessen the need for a costly or invasive procedure in the future.<\/p>\n<p>With a quick visit to your dentist, you can enjoy family gatherings with a clean, healthy smile to feel confident about the new year ahead.<\/p>\n<h2>Get a Beautiful Smile<\/h2>\n<p>If you have any unused benefits, you can use them before the end of the year to get the care you need, such as dental fillings. However, you can also promote the beautify of your smile with simple procedures, like teeth whitening treatments or all-ceramic dental crowns.<\/p>\n<p>By using your remaining allowance, you will start the new year with a healthy, beautiful smile while making the most of the amount you have paid for your coverage.<\/p>\n<p>Schedule an Appointment Today!<br \/>\nAlthough times are busy, make sure the health and appearance of your smile is at the top of your priority list. Take the time to use your remaining dental benefits before they expire. To maximize their value, your dentist will work on your behalf to file any claims or forms.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t wait until it\u2019s too late. Schedule an appointment with your dentist today.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Dr. Chitra P. Naik<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drnaikdental.com\/about-us.html\">Dr. Chitra P. Naik<\/a> is a trusted dentist in the area for complete dental care. In addition to receiving her Doctorate of Dental Medicine from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, she continues her education regularly to remain current with the latest methods and practices. In addition to quality care, she works with dental insurances to keep the cost of services affordable. If you have any remaining benefits, contact us today to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drnaikdental.com\/contact-us.html\">schedule an appointment<\/a> before the end of the year.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The upcoming months are an exciting time of year as your gather with loved ones and friends to celebrate the holidays. While the season is busy with planning family meals and gift exchanges, it is important to take the time to schedule your end of the year checkup with your dentist in Flint. 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