A new year brings a fresh start, renewed motivation, and goals that often focus on feeling better, looking better, and taking better care of yourself.
It also brings an important opportunity for your oral health. On January 1st, dental insurance benefits reset, giving many patients $1,000 or more in new dental benefits to use.
If any of your New Year’s resolutions include improving your health, boosting your confidence, or finally taking care of dental needs you’ve been putting off, now is the perfect time to focus on your smile.
At TLC Dental Care in Knoxville, Tennessee, January is one of the most impactful times of the year for patients to invest in their oral health and start the year strong with the help of a trusted dentist.
Most dental insurance plans reset at the beginning of the year. This means:
Unused dental benefits do not roll over. If dental care was postponed last year because life got busy, the new year gives you a clean slate.
Our team is happy to offer a complimentary insurance benefit check so you can clearly understand what your plan covers and how to use your benefits wisely.
Many New Year’s resolutions center around self-improvement:
Your smile plays a major role in how you feel about yourself and how you show up every day. Cosmetic dentistry can be a powerful part of your “New Year, New You” plan.
Cosmetic dental treatments can help address:
Even small improvements can make a noticeable difference in confidence.
If a brighter smile is on your resolution list, professional teeth whitening is one of the fastest ways to see results.
Dentist-supervised whitening:
Many patients are surprised by how refreshed and youthful their smile looks after whitening.
If straighter teeth are part of your New Year goals, OrthoFX® clear aligners offer a modern, comfortable orthodontic option designed specifically for adult lifestyles.
OrthoFX® treatment allows many adults to:
Some dental insurance plans include orthodontic benefits, and our team can help determine whether OrthoFX® treatment may be partially covered.
The beginning of the year is also the ideal time to take care of dental treatment that may have been delayed.
Common concerns include:
Addressing dental issues earlier often leads to simpler treatment, greater comfort, and better long-term oral health outcomes.
After the holidays, your teeth and gums deserve a reset.
Professional dental hygiene visits:
Preventive care is one of the smartest ways to use your dental benefits and maintain a healthy smile throughout the year.
If you don’t have dental insurance, you still have options.
TLC Dental Care offers an in-house dental health savings plan designed for patients without traditional dental insurance. This plan helps make dental care more affordable and predictable.
Our goal is simple: to make dentistry accessible and affordable for everyone in the Knoxville community. No insurance should ever stand in the way of a healthy smile.
A healthy smile supports your confidence, your health, and your quality of life. Whether your goals include whitening, straightening, or simply staying ahead of dental problems, January offers the perfect opportunity to get started.
Call (865) 247-5570 to schedule your appointment or request a complimentary insurance benefit check.
TLC Dental Care
Dr. Terrie Cribbs
1547 Downtown West Blvd.
Knoxville, TN 37919
Phone: (865) 247-5570
