Ah, summer. Time to relax, soak up the sun…and figure out how you’re going to squeeze as much enjoyment out of the fair weather as possible. Cleveland gets about 3 months of sunshine before Lake Erie batters it with stormy gales and blizzards, so it’s important to keep a tight schedule!
Now is the perfect time to add dental implant treatment to your plans. Not convinced? Keep reading to see why you’ll be wanting a new smile for the summer.
You Won’t Sleep Past Your Dental Implant Follow-Ups
Of course, the main benefit of summer is the weather. More sun means more activities, yes, but it also means more energy. When the skies are grey and you have to shovel eight inches of snow off your driveway, it’s hard to want to go anywhere. Especially the dentist. Take advantage of the season and have your dental implants placed while you’re feeling energized. This will make it much easier to go to your follow-up appointments.
Dental Implant Recovery Won’t Keep You from Seasonal Snacks
When you think of summer treats, what comes to mind? Things like ice cream, watermelon, smoothies, and yogurt, right? Summer is packed with soft, dental implant-friendly snacks. Eventually, you’ll be able to tear into turkey legs and crispy gingerbread, but you’ll want more gentle foods during your recovery. After three to six months, you’ll be free to enjoy everything the more food-centered holidays have to offer!
Your Dental Implants Will be Picture Perfect
Cardigans and sweaters are cozy and cute, but let’s face it. Summer has the best lighting and scenery for photos. Once your dental implants are set, you can admire how dazzling your smile looks at the pool or next to the greenery at the Cleveland Cultural Gardens. You should be confident in your implants, so don’t be shy about showing them off and taking plenty of pictures!
You’ll Take Advantage of Insurance Cut-Offs
From a more practical perspective, it’s also a good idea to start dental implant treatment right in the middle of the year.
Most dental insurance benefits don’t roll over to the new year, meaning if you have some leftover, it’s wasted. Timing your treatment in the summer allows you to use any remaining benefits you still have. You’ll likely need a follow up or two right around January, so this also allows you to dip into renewed benefits. Since dental implant treatment isn’t exactly free, splitting your claims between two years can help make them more affordable.
When drafting up your summer schedule, getting a major dental treatment is probably the furthest thing from your mind. But summer is actually the perfect season for dental implant treatment! You can take a week to get your implants placed and rest, then look forward to enjoying good weather, tasty seasonal treats, fantastic family photos, and financial savings.
Don’t wait for rain and snow to slow you down! Ask your dentist about dental implant treatment – before you hibernate for the winter.
About the Author
Dr. Jon Kirlough practices at Kirlough Family Dentistry in Cleveland. As a homeschooling dad, he knows how important summer schedules are. If you need help calculating the perfect time to get your dental implant treatment without sacrificing fun in the sun, give him a call! Dr. Kirlough will be happy to consult with you. To contact his office, call 144-023-42445. For more information about Kirlough Family Dentistry, visit his website.