Since 2024 is winding down, you probably have festive things in mind – Thanksgiving, Christmas, etc. Now may not seem like a good time to look into humdrum dentistry. Having said so, you should get a dental crown soon if you need one; delaying past December will cost you. Your Chevy Chase dentist will even share the reason that’s true. So, read on to learn why you should get a dental crown before the end of the year.
Remind Me: What are Dental Crowns?
You may need a refresher on dental crowns if it’s been a while since your last dental visit. After all, you must know their basics before committing to one.
In essence, a dental crown is a small “cap” that fits over a damaged tooth. It covers the weakened area to stop harmful bacteria from reaching dental nerves. If made from non-metallic materials, the crown will also hide tooth damage and “blend in” with your smile. That would give it both cosmetic and restorative effects.
Why Get One Before the Year Ends?
If you wait past December 31st to get a dental crown, it’ll cost you more money. Your dental insurance won’t cover the treatment’s price as effectively.
Remember: unused dental benefits don’t “roll over” from one year to the next. They reset to zero – along with the rest of your insurance plan – once January 1st arrives. When that happens, you must pay your deductible again to regain your benefits. Paying for a dental crown before you do would make treatment more expensive, as your insurance wouldn’t be “working” yet.
With all that said, getting a dental crown before year’s end makes it cheaper. That’s a pretty good reason to consider treatment in the coming days.
Other Reasons to Get a Dental Crown Soon
Maximizing your benefits isn’t the only reason to receive a dental crown soon. By getting the cap now rather than later, you’ll also enjoy benefits like:
- Pain Reduction – If you wait longer to get a dental crown, your tooth’s decay or infection will get worse. That dilemma will cause more pain, aches, and other complications.
- Less Invasive Care – There comes a time when a dental crown can’t fix a damaged tooth. If you wait past it, you’ll have to get invasive procedures like a root canal or extraction instead.
- Lower Treatment Costs – Delaying your dental crown will make future care more expensive. In fact, it could force you to get an entirely different and pricier procedure.
If you really need one, get a dental crown before the end of the year. You and your smile will have a better holiday season that way!
About the Practice
Avant Dentistry is based near the heart of Chevy Chase, MD. Led by the singular Dr. Yu, our practice takes pride in giving each patient extraordinary service. That means we tailor our preventive, cosmetic, and restorative dental options to your smile and its needs! Even better, our office is also in-network with many dental insurance providers to reduce your treatment costs! For more details or to book a visit, please contact us on our website or by phone at (240)-332-1599.