Preventive Care

One Less Worry

There is no proof that regular dental visits will eliminate diabetic symptoms; however, there is strong support to the idea that by reducing the bacteria found in gum disease, patients will need less insulin to control their blood sugar levels.

The One Less Worry Program offers member and provider education about the link between oral care and diabetes. For members, the program goal is to heighten awareness that regular oral care can positively affect overall health. For members with diabetes, this could mean an improvement in diabetes management. The program goal for medical and dental communities is to increase recognition of the interactions between oral disease, diabetes, and pre-diabetes. One Less Worry seeks to increase dental utilization, decrease the incidence of periodontal disease and decrease overall medical costs related to diabetes and its complications.

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