Benefits 101

09/22/2006
Amid mounting evidence linking poor oral hygiene to a range of expensive medical problems, health plans are starting to cover more dental treatments and preventive services. The idea, insurers say, is that paying for certain services now, such as additional cleanings, gum treatments and prescription mouth washes, can reduce the incidence of other health problems down the road. A number of studies suggest that early prevention and treatment of gum disease may result in significantly improved outcomes for pregnancy, heart disease and diabetes, often leading to substantial medical-cost savings.

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