{"id":256,"date":"2020-10-08T21:01:32","date_gmt":"2020-10-08T21:01:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arlingtondentalimplants.com\/blog\/?p=256"},"modified":"2020-10-27T21:03:13","modified_gmt":"2020-10-27T21:03:13","slug":"dental-checkup-and-how-to-keep-your-appointment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arlingtondentalimplants.com\/blog\/2020\/10\/08\/dental-checkup-and-how-to-keep-your-appointment\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Making and Keeping Your Next Dental Appointment"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.arlingtondentalimplants.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/AdobeStock_85924606__1603138235_65079.jpg\" alt=\"a young female with blonde hair having a dental checkup performed by her dentist\" class=\"wp-image-257\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.arlingtondentalimplants.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/AdobeStock_85924606__1603138235_65079.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.arlingtondentalimplants.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/AdobeStock_85924606__1603138235_65079-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.arlingtondentalimplants.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/AdobeStock_85924606__1603138235_65079-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are like most people, work, school, family, and additional obligations can often take precedent over your dental health. Trying to find the time to devote to getting your teeth cleaned can be a chore, but fortunately, it doesn\u2019t have to be. Instead of scrambling at the last minute to try and see your dentist before the end of the year for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arlingtondentalimplants.com\/dental-checkups-and-cleanings.html\">dental checkup<\/a>, try the following tips that will help you move through the process of keeping your next appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choose a Time of Year That is Less Chaotic<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While this might not always be easy, there are likely various times throughout the year that are less chaotic than others. For example, holidays and back-to-school tend to keep people quite busy. If you want to avoid the added pressure that often comes with these events, it\u2019s best if you schedule your dental visit during slower months. It\u2019s possible that during the early or middle part of summer, you have greater flexibility, allowing you to take care of your oral health. No matter when you choose, simply make sure to look over your calendar and select a time of year that works best for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Schedule Your Next Appointment Before You Leave<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most dental office staff members are trained to ask this question before you leave, \u201cWould you like to go ahead and schedule your next appointment?\u201d If you are asked, always take them up on this offer. Why? Because then you won\u2019t have to worry about remembering to do it later. With so much going on in your life, the likeliness that you\u2019ll suddenly think of scheduling your next dental appointment while brushing your teeth is slim. Allowing your dental team to take care of this for you is one less thing you\u2019ll need to worry about later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, it\u2019s best if you ask whether they will call you closer to your appointment time to remind you of your visit. If not, make sure you have a way to remember this important date and time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use Your Calendar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter if the front desk staff member says they will call you with a reminder one or two weeks out, always insert your dental appointment into your calendar. Nowadays, nearly every phone has a calendar app. By quickly plugging it into your mobile device, you can rest easy knowing you\u2019re scheduled for your next visit. Plus, if it\u2019s already in your phone\u2019s calendar, you can more readily view your availability and accept or decline a meeting or another appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dentist understands life can get busy, but if you want to avoid the potential for worsening oral health problems in the future, it\u2019s best to incorporate these tips and maintain your regular dental visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><br>Want to ensure your dental health remains in optimal shape? At Foundation Dental Solutions, Dr. Douglas Baldwin and his team of experts will go above and beyond to help you with the scheduling process as well as provide helpful tips to make sure you don\u2019t miss your next appointment. With a strong focus on preventive care, it is important that you keep these six-month visits and avoid many of the most common problems down the road (i.e. tooth decay, gum disease). If you\u2019re ready to get serious about your oral health, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arlingtondentalimplants.com\/contact-us.html\">contact us<\/a> at <strong>(817) 478-4300<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you are like most people, work, school, family, and additional obligations can often take precedent over your dental health. Trying to find the time to devote to getting your teeth cleaned can be a chore, but fortunately, it doesn\u2019t have to be. 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