(Re)Funding Your Smile: Why to Invest Your Tax Refund in Dental Care

Tax Day – April 15th – is past, so you’ve likely gotten everything filed. That means you probably don’t have to deal with W-2 forms until next year. Still, you may have an unanswered question: What should you spend your tax refund on? Your new windfall could go to many great things, and it isn’t always clear which option is best. Luckily, your Shelton dentist can offer some good advice. Here are four great reasons to invest your tax refund in dental care.

You’ll Keep Your Smile Healthy & Pretty

Firstly, using your tax refund on dental work will keep (or make) your smile strong and pretty. The choice gives you teeth and gums that you can feel proud of!

Remember, an unhealthy and dirty grin isn’t appealing. Weak teeth and gums will look ugly to your friends and family. So, leaving your smile uncleaned will have negative effects on your social life. You’d then see major declines in your mental health. That said, dental care with your dentist would prevent these outcomes. It could help your mouth stay strong and pleasing to the eye.

You’ll Avoid Painful Oral Problems

If you want to avoid aches and pains, spending your tax refund on dental treatment is wise. This decision would let you avoid painful oral issues.

If you didn’t know, an unhealthy mouth tends to feel discomfort. Problems like cavities and gum disease often cause toothaches, sensitive teeth, sore gums, and more. The process of treating these conditions can also be invasive and unpleasant. However, getting good dental care would keep oral problems (and their aches) at bay.  You’d then get to enjoy your pain-free smile.

You’ll Protect Your Whole Body

Using a tax refund on dental care won’t just benefit your mouth. Based on the procedures you get, your investment will also protect your whole body.

You see, oral issues can be serious threats to your life. Gum infections are known to double or even triple your risk of heart attacks and strokes. The bacteria from a dental abscess can also trigger sepsis if it spreads enough. These realities show that preventive dental care can be life-saving in many cases. By paying for it, you’re less likely to face life-altering conditions.

You’ll Save Money in the Long Run

Lastly, funding your dental care with a tax refund is a sound financial move. Doing so saves you more money in the long run.

As it turns out, preventive dentistry is the least costly kind. Most dental plans fully cover two checkups and cleanings per year. Many dentists also have special offers like free oral exams and consultations. In contrast, treatments like dental fillings, crowns, and root canals can be pricey. These services also don’t tend to get full coverage from insurance. With all that said, a tax refund spent on preventive care now will spare you costly restorations later.

Clearly, it’s always a good idea to invest your tax refund in dental care. Talk to your dental provider about getting treatment soon.

About the Practice

Dental Center of Huntington is based in Shelton, CT. Led by Drs. Graber and Tyler, our practice takes great pride in offering safe and effective dentistry. That means we perform excellent preventive, cosmetic, and restorative services, as well as emergency dental care. Our office is also a certified provider of Invisalign and SureSmile clear aligners. For more details or to book a visit, you can reach us on our website or by phone at (203)-925-1911.