888-765-5400Kids and Dental Health – BCBSNC Dental Blue
Recently my ten-year old son had an accident on the playground and broke his two front teeth. I had no idea 
what to expect, but luckily our dental insurance covered most of the cost for an emergency exam, X-rays and bonding. What could have been a huge expense wound up being almost minimal, but that experience got me thinking about the importance of dental coverage for kids.
First and foremost, I realized that having an established relationship with a dentist is surprisingly important for young children. The day my son broke his teeth, he was scared, but the fact that he has been seeing our dentist bi-annually for the last few years made a huge difference in his comfort level and security. A Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC dental plan covers the cost of preventive care dental visits at 100%, making it easy and affordable for you to establish that relationship. Children can be on a family plan or a stand-alone individual plan. Further, if you are on a family plan and insuring more than two family members, additional members are covered with no increase to your monthly premium. That’s a good deal for growing families!
As it turns out, dental hygiene is a vital part of our overall health and wellness. Learning to take care of teeth and gums is something dentists say children should be taught at an early age, as it helps them develop good life habits. According to Dr. Rosie Roldan, director of the Pediatric Dental Center at Miami Children’s Hospital, “cavities can happen as early as nine month of age.” In fact, parents are now being advised to take children to the dentist as early as 12 months of age and continue that regimen every six months. Having dental insurance can make those regular appointments much more affordable.
As always, brushing twice a day and flossing are a must for dental health and if children learn to practice these habits while they are young, they will likely continue for a lifetime. Like most health issues, prevention is the key and establishing a relationship with a good dentist can help teach your children the importance of oral hygiene as it relates to their overall health. Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina supports oral health and as I recently learned, having coverage you can count on when you need it most not only helps pay the bill, but also helps ease your mind.
For more information on North Carolina insurance coverage, please visit our website at www.nchealthplans.com or call our toll free number 888-765-5400 and speak with one of our experienced and professional agents.