{"id":37,"date":"2023-04-13T16:20:26","date_gmt":"2023-04-13T16:20:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.riverstationfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=37"},"modified":"2024-05-20T19:00:55","modified_gmt":"2024-05-20T19:00:55","slug":"invest-in-your-smile","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.riverstationfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/invest-in-your-smile\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Ways to Use Your Tax Refund to Enhance Your Smile"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.riverstationfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/AdobeStock_246187853__1685455025_36082.jpg\" alt=\"woman receiving dental care\" class=\"wp-image-38\" width=\"316\" height=\"169\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.riverstationfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/AdobeStock_246187853__1685455025_36082.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.riverstationfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/AdobeStock_246187853__1685455025_36082-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.riverstationfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/AdobeStock_246187853__1685455025_36082-768x411.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 316px) 100vw, 316px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Not all individuals are lucky enough to get a tax refund, but if you were pleased to learn that you have money coming back to you this year, why not <a href=\"https:\/\/www.riverstationfamilydentistry.com\/our-services.html\">invest in your smile<\/a>? Taking care of your pearly whites allows you to embrace more than just a beautiful appearance. It will positively impact you in other ways (i.e., your mental and emotional health). Read on to discover three ways you can ensure better oral health this year by using your tax refund to give your smile the boost it deserves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Should I Invest in My Smile?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Are six-month dental checkups and cleanings and good at-home oral habits enough to keep your teeth and gums in good shape? Yes, but problems can still arise no matter how diligent you might be about your dental health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Investing in your smile allows you to do a bit more to minimize the potential for worsening symptoms or damage in the future. Your decision to pursue additional dental care with the help of a tax refund has great benefits, some of which include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The ability to move forward with services that will likely not cost much if anything at all, especially if you combine it with your dental insurance benefits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The potential to reduce your risk of infection or damage and instead, catch problems early on and minimize symptoms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The opportunity to go ahead with a costly treatment that once felt out of reach (i.e., root canal therapy, dental implants, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The chance to enjoy a healthier smile that will benefit your professional opportunities, personal life, and your physical, mental, and emotional well-being<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which Dental Services Can Help Boost My Smile?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although many dental services can improve, repair, and restore your smile, you will discover that these three tend to be some of the most popular:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\">\n<li><strong>Teeth Checkups and Cleanings \u2013 <\/strong>If you haven\u2019t visited a dentist lately, having your teeth and gums checked and cleaned is a great first step to a healthier smile. Removing plaque and tartar and checking for abnormalities will ensure that your oral health and hygiene are on track.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tooth-Colored Fillings \u2013 <\/strong>Too often, patients neglect treatment for cavities. If you are one of them, it\u2019s time to have them filled with tooth-colored composite resin. This not only seals off your tooth from future reinfection but also delivers a beautiful aesthetic because of how it blends in with your tooth enamel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dental Implants \u2013 <\/strong>If you\u2019re missing one or more teeth, dental implants can be a costly process; however, with a tax refund, you can feel more confident moving forward with your tooth replacement and enjoying a complete, longer-lasting smile.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>While you might prefer to use your tax refund on an extravagant vacation, think about how much farther a healthier smile will take you. Investing in your oral health will lead you to greater opportunities and a most positive outlook on life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Practice<\/strong><br>River Station Family Dentistry is led by Dr. Sally Bishko and provides the highest level of quality dental care to families living in the area. Offering an array of available services, our team works with patients to establish personalized treatment plans that meet their unique needs and produce beautiful, life-changing results. If you are interested in using your tax refund this year to improve the look, feeling, and capabilities of your smile, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.riverstationfamilydentistry.com\/contact\/\">contact us<\/a> at <strong>(802) 223-2244.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Not all individuals are lucky enough to get a tax refund, but if you were pleased to learn that you have money coming back to you this year, why not invest in your smile? 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