As you get ready for the new year, you may be putting different things in your calendar to get prepared. From the last day of school to the start of the next, you might be jotting down everything you can think of. One you should mark down as early as possible is your child’s next checkup and cleaning. Getting your loved one in sooner can offer a wide range of benefits, like using their dental insurance, so here are three that you should know.
Spot Cavities Sooner
One of the most common oral health issues for children is cavities. Sugar and poor oral hygiene can increase your loved one’s risk for them, but it’s important to spot them right away. Decay can’t heal on its own, so it can only get worse, potentially causing complications down the line.
Thankfully, your child’s pediatric dentist is here to help with preventive visits. They’ll be able to spot areas of concern and treat them quickly. This can be especially helpful after the holidays, when kids might’ve eaten more sugar than normal.
Make Sure Your Child’s Smile is Clean
If your child doesn’t clean off plaque in time, then it can harden into tartar. It can’t be removed with regular brushing, but it can be taken off with state-of-the-art instruments that their provider has. They will gently clean your loved one’s smile, allowing for a proper oral examination to ensure no issues are hiding underneath.
Start Getting Use of Your Child’s Dental Insurance
Not only will you be able to make sure your child’s grin is the best it can be, but you can also start to use their dental insurance if you have it for them! Many plans reset on January 1st, so you’ll have to reach the deductible again, but you may be able to get to that number sooner. That way, your loved one’s treatments can start to get coverage earlier in the year.
In the end, getting a dental checkup and cleaning early can have many benefits for your child. Remember the three benefits above while you get your calendar filled out. You then won’t have to worry about it until the latter half of the year; that way, you can help their growing grin be the best that it deserves to be from the start and build good dental habits sooner.
About the Practice
At Tic Tac Tooth Pediatric Dentistry, your loved one benefits from a team of skilled dentists who look out for their oral health. Using advanced technology, we can spot a wide range of problems and prevent them from becoming bigger. We are also proud to be in-network with certain insurance providers, helping maximize benefits. If you want to start your child with a stronger smile in 2026, schedule an appointment or call our office at (630) 995-3393.