own. More than 120 diseases can cause specific signs and symptoms in and around the mouth and jaw. Dental professionals performing checkups can spot symptoms that could indicate serious health problems elsewhere in the body that need attention. The prevention connection extends to recent changes in your health. Checkups allow your dentist to keep up with changes to your health status. Upon learning of medical conditions you’ve developed or treatments you’re receiving, your dentist can recommend strategies to help you proactively counter the negative effects the conditions and treatments could otherwise have on your oral health. Visiting the dentist for checkups is certainly easier if your employer offers dental benefits. Most dental plans cover preventive care and a limited number of checkups each year. If you aren’t receiving dental coverage through your employer, ask your company’s human resources department or benefits administrator if it is possible to purchase dental benefits. Most employers, when briefed on the many business-friendly reasons for offering dental benefits, will recognize their worth. Dental checkups are a great investment in your oral and overall health. NHADA is proud to offer quality dental coverage and peace of mind for you and your employees. Contact Chelsey Gaudet at cgaudet@nhada.com or (603) 224-2369 today to learn how NHADA can help enhance your employee benefits package and keep you smiling! 25
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