Why Using Your Tax Refund to Improve Oral Health Is a Wise Move

If you’ve received or anticipate receiving a tax refund this year, you are probably excited to see a little bit of extra cash on hand that doesn’t need to be devoted to your normal expenditures. There are all sorts of things you could spend it on, but many people tend to blow it on items they don’t really need. One option you could definitely benefit from is investing in your oral health. Continue reading to learn from your dentist in Edison a few reasons why you should put your tax refund into your smile!

Prevent Future Medical Problems

When thinking about oral hygiene, you are generally focused on the health of your smile. What you may not know is just how much your oral health and overall health have in common. They are directly related to each other in several ways.

Poor dental health is associated with numerous serious issues including oral cancer, diabetes, heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, dementia, and early labor for pregnant women. By addressing oral health issues, you are also protecting the rest of your body.

Improve Your Appearance

A dentist’s number-one priority is making sure your mouth is in good health, but they also want you to be confident when showing off your smile. When you feel great about the appearance of your teeth, you can be more successful in other aspects of your life. Whether you are getting back out in the dating scene, searching for a new job, or trying to expand your social circle, you’ll have better luck if you are feeling confident.

Even if your oral health is excellent, you still have cause to invest in your smile for cosmetic reasons. Self-confidence can take you far in life!

Save Money in the Long Run

Many oral health problems will only get worse over time without treatment. Having a filling now could save you from needing a root canal or extraction in the future. By warding off gingivitis early on, you can prevent irreversible issues associated with gum disease like gum recession, loose teeth, tooth loss, and jawbone deterioration. This means saving yourself time, discomfort, oral health risks, and money.

It’s not every day you get an extra check in the mail, so why not invest in something that you will truly benefit from? By putting your tax refund into your oral health, your wallet, smile, and the rest of your body will reap the benefits!

About the Author

Dr. David Rosenfeld earned his dental doctorate from Columbia University. He is a member of the American Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry, plus he has a Fellowship in the International Congress of Oral Implantology. With advanced training in cosmetic dentistry, Dr. Rosenfeld is ready to help you upgrade your smile. If you are considering how you’ll spend your tax refund, you can learn more about your options during a consultation which you can schedule on his website or by calling (908) 668-7838.