{"id":40,"date":"2020-07-28T19:52:08","date_gmt":"2020-07-28T19:52:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pacedental.com\/blog\/?p=40"},"modified":"2020-07-28T19:52:08","modified_gmt":"2020-07-28T19:52:08","slug":"how-routine-visits-to-your-dentist-save-you-money","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pacedental.com\/blog\/how-routine-visits-to-your-dentist-save-you-money\/","title":{"rendered":"Routine Dental Visits Can Save You $1,000s in the Long Run!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pacedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Woman_at_routine_visit_to_the_dentist__.jpg\" alt=\"Woman at routine visit to the dentist\" class=\"wp-image-41\" width=\"319\" height=\"212\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pacedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Woman_at_routine_visit_to_the_dentist__.jpg 800w, https:\/\/pacedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Woman_at_routine_visit_to_the_dentist__-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pacedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Woman_at_routine_visit_to_the_dentist__-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 319px) 100vw, 319px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether it is a jam-packed schedule, fear of the dentist, or\nlack of insurance coverage, there are lots of reasons people choose to skip\ntheir bi-yearly visits. In fact, roughly 48% of American adults don\u2019t visit the\ndentist at least once a year! Once this becomes routine, patients often\nconvince themselves that forgoing their routine appointments actually saves\nthem money as well. However, this couldn\u2019t be further from the truth.\nTherefore, a dentist is sharing how <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacedental.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">regular checkups<\/a>\nand professional cleanings can save you $1,000s in the long run. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Do\nRoutine Visits Save You Money?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s talk about money. According to the Journal of Dental\nHygiene, every dollar invested in preventive care saves you around $8 to $50 in\nthe long run. Roughly translated, that means a $250 dental exam saves you\n$2,000 conservatively! Here is how:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Neglected dental damage, like tooth decay and\ngum disease, can continue to progress (which is costly to treat).<\/li><li>Bacteria from conditions like gum disease can\nenter your bloodstream and travel to other areas of your body, including your\nheart and lungs.<\/li><li>Poor dental care leaves you vulnerable to dental\nemergencies, like cracked, chipped, and knocked-out teeth.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4 Additional\nBenefits of Routine Visits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Financial stress is often a trigger for adults, so the\nmonetary benefit of routine visits is enough to make them a priority. However,\nyour bi-yearly visits also ensure that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Stubborn plaque and tartar are removed during\nthe professional cleaning.<\/li><li>Your dentist can provide treatment for early\nwarning signs of dental issues (i.e., cavities, oral cancer, etc.).<\/li><li>You get a chance to ask questions about\nprevention tactics, treatment options, cosmetic upgrades, and any other issues\npertaining to your oral health.<\/li><li>Your gums are healthy and in pristine condition.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Routine visits can seem inconvenient in the moment, but they\nare much more preferable than dental injuries, emergency visits, and hefty\nbills. Therefore, make sure to make a conscious effort to prioritize your\nbi-yearly visits to your dentist as a part of your oral hygiene routine! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the\nAuthor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacedental.com\/meet-the-dentists.html\">Dr. Ahmed Saad<\/a> has\nover 15 years of hands-on experience under his belt, his involvement dates back\nto when he was a child. After all, both of his parents were dentists! When it\nwas time for him to start his education, he chose the University of Southern\nCalifornia for his undergraduate degree and the USC School of Dentistry for his\ndental doctorate. Today, he provides his patients with top-tier dental services\nand world-class care. If you would like to speak with him about improving your\noral hygiene or scheduling your bi-yearly visit, don\u2019t hesitate to visit his<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacedental.com\/contact.html\"> website<\/a> or give him a call\nat <strong>703-938-6800.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether it is a jam-packed schedule, fear of the dentist, or lack of insurance coverage, there are lots of reasons people choose to skip their bi-yearly visits. In fact, roughly 48% of American adults don\u2019t visit the dentist at least once a year! 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