Dental Health

Dental Health effects more than just your teeth.  Keeping those teeth pearly white and your smile bright has many more benefits that go beyond aesthetics.

According to the BCBSNC Dental Blue website, proper dental health is essential for Diabetics, Pregnancy, Respiratory and Cardiac Health:

Periodontal disease can increase blood sugar levels for diabetics and lead to further diabetic complications.  Women with periodontal disease in their 2nd trimester are 7 times more likely to have preterm deliveries and low birth weight babies.  Periodontal disease can also exacerbate current cardiac disease.  In addition, it can double the chances of Coronary Artery Disease.  Growing bacteria in the oral cavitiy can even cause respiratory issues such a pneumonia. 

Don’t forget those pearly whites each and every day and night!

For more information on health insurance coverage in North Carolina, please visit our website at www.nchealthplans.com or call our toll free number 888-765-5400 and speak with one of our qualified agents.  Our agency provides coverage for health insurance in North Carolina through Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina (BCBSNC).  You may qualify for a 15% healthy lifestyle discount if you are in excellent health.  Call us for details.

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