As the year winds down, there’s something important you should know: if you’ve got a dental benefits plan, now is the time to use it. At Bloom Dental Wellness we’re here to help you make the most of what you’ve already paid for, and avoid losing out on coverage that resets (or disappears) once the calendar flips to the new year.
Why “Use It or Lose It”?
Many dental insurance plans, including those commonly held in Alberta, operate on a calendar-year cycle. That means your plan often resets on December 31.
If you have funds or coverage for the year that remain unused after that reset, you may lose them; you don’t get to carry them into the next year.
At Bloom Dental Wellness, we offer a full range of services: check-ups & cleanings, family dentistry, restorative and cosmetic work.
So it’s a win-win: you protect your oral health and protect the value of your benefits.
What to Do Before Year’s End
- Check your benefits remaining.
Call your insurer (or log into your plan portal) and check how much is remaining for the year, whether for preventive, cleanings, fillings or other treatments. - Book your appointment early.
As the year-end approaches, many people rush to use their benefits, so availability fills quickly. At Bloom Dental Wellness it helps to schedule now and pick a time that works for you. - Prioritize preventive care.
If you don’t need major work, go for the easy win: a check-up + professional cleaning. That uses up your remaining benefit while keeping your oral health on track. - Consider deferred treatments.
Maybe you’ve been putting off a filling, crown, whitening, or Invisalign consultation. If there’s coverage left, it can make sense to start the process now, even if the full treatment takes place in the next year. Starting assessment and planning now can lock in your coverage. - Ask questions.
At Bloom Dental Wellness we’re happy to help you understand what services your plan covers, how much remains, and what makes the most sense to use by year’s end.
Why It Matters For Your Health
- Using the remaining benefit means you don’t waste what your plan offers.
- Preventive visits help spot issues early, when they’re simpler and cheaper to treat.
- Starting treatments now reduces the chance of more extensive work (and cost) later.
- Scheduling at your convenience now means you avoid the last-minute rush and stressful planning.
Quick Checklist for You
- Review your benefit summary and remaining coverage
- Choose the type of visit you need (cleaning, exam, treatment)
- Call Bloom Dental Wellness at 587-489-5775 (or book online)
- Bring your insurance details, any referral info, and plan for the appointment
- Note that your coverage might reset on Dec 31 — don’t delay!
Your dental benefits are there to support your health, and when you don’t use them, you lose the value. At Bloom Dental Wellness we want you to use it, so you don’t lose it.
Book now, make your visit count, and head into the new year with your smile, your benefits, working for you.
