Year-end always seems to sneak up faster than expected, and with it comes a rush of things to finish, including those dental treatments you’ve been putting off. If you’ve been delaying a dental treatment, now’s the time to plan. Most dental insurance plans follow a use it or lose it policy, meaning that any unused benefits vanish when the new year begins. We at Modern Dentistry of Jupiter invite you to get the most out of what you have already paid for.

Why Timing Your Dental Care Matters

Dental insurance usually operates on a yearly cycle. Each year, you’re given a set amount for preventive and restorative care, but once December ends, those benefits don’t carry over. The American Dental Association notes that many patients lose hundreds of dollars each year in unused coverage money that could have supported their oral health.

Scheduling your dental treatment before the close of the year helps you optimize value from your coverage and keeps your smile healthy. It also provides your dentist with a chance to plan for practical timelines on treatments that require multiple visits.

If you’ve reached your deductible, booking more expensive procedures before year-end can reduce it. Services like bridges or crowns may be partially reimbursed under your current dental insurance plan. When your coverage is rolled over in January, you’ll have to re-establish your deductible, potentially adding to your out-of-pocket costs.

Understanding your dental coverage will enable you to plan successfully. You should sit down with your company to go over your dental insurance timeline so you understand which procedures fit best within your benefit time frames. Planning will also help in splitting large procedures – starting one phase in one year and finishing in the next to maximize your plan.

Preventive Care Comes First

Even if you have no grievances about your teeth, you should do regular check-ups and cleanings. They pick up early issues before they become huge ones, and save time and money in the long run. By visiting us for preventive visits before the year-end, you not only use your dental insurance benefits wisely but also invest in your overall well-being – research links good oral health with fewer chances of heart disease and diabetes.

The months of fall are busy for dental clinics. Patients learn too late that they have unused benefits still available, and office schedules fill up quickly. Acting now gives you options and keeps your treatment plan on track.

Don’t leave your dental benefits on the table. Call Modern Dentistry of Jupiter today and plan dental care before the year ends. Your future self and your smile will thank you.