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On March 20, 2022, the world united once again to help reduce the burden of oral diseases, which affect individuals, health systems, and economies everywhere. World Oral Health Day falls on the 20th of March every year and aims to empower people with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to secure good oral health. Why is World Oral Health Day important? Oral diseases are a major health concern for many countries and negatively impact people throughout their lives. Oral diseases lead to pain and discomfort, social isolation, and loss of self-confidence, and they are often linked to other serious health issues. And yet, there is no reason to suffer: most oral health conditions are largely preventable and can be treated in their early stages. |
Why Visit Your Dentist? |
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Regular dental visits and cleanings can help prevent costly services in the future and help protect your over-all health. Research has linked gum disease to several medical conditions, such as heart disease and diabetes. Regular dental visits are important because they allow your dentist to:
Dental Preventive Care Regular dental checkups are important because they can help catch and prevent health problems before they become serious and costly to treat. Seeing a dentist every six months can help reduce your risk of tooth loss and gum disease. What are considered preventive dental care services?
Most preventive services are covered at low cost or no cost to you when received in network. |
More About Your County Dental Plan |
Cigna Dental DPPO PlanCan I go to any dentist? Yes. You will typically spend less when you visit a Cigna network dentist because Cigna has negotiated discounted rates with these dentists. When you stay in the network you’ll save as long as the procedure is listed on the dentist’s discount schedule.* These savings apply even if you reach your plan maximum. If you go out-of-network, you will not receive Cigna network discounts and the dentist may bill you for the difference between the payment they receive from Cigna and their usual fees. Find a Cigna Dental DPPO Plan Provider Cigna Dental Care DHMO PlanHow does the Cigna Dental Care DHMO plan differ from DPPO? With the Cigna Dental Care DHMO plan:
Find a Cigna Dental Care DHMO Plan Provider Have more questions? Contact Cigna at 800.Cigna24 (800.244.6224) or the number on the back of your ID card. |
Value Added Benefits for Cigna Members |
Cigna Dental Virtual CareCigna has partnered with The TeleDentists, a virtual dental care company that’s been serving customers since 2018. The TeleDentists connects you with a licensed dentist who, through a video call, can help address urgent dental situations like toothaches, infection, swelling, bleeding, and more. They can also prescribe medication to be filled at your local pharmacy, if necessary. How to access Cigna Dental Virtual Care.
IMPORTANT: You must connect to the portal via your myCigna.com account in order to use the service without having to enter a payment method. Healthy Choices Deserve Healthy DiscountsStart saving today with Cigna Healthy Rewards
Cigna Dental Oral Health Integration ProgramAll Cigna dental plan enrollees qualify for this program that reimburses out-of-pocket costs for preventive dental treatments to combat dental issues such as gum disease and tooth decay. The program is for people with certain medical conditions with a higher risk of oral health issues. There’s no additional cost for the Oral Health Integration Program – if you qualify, you get reimbursed.
myCigna Mobile AppLife can be busy and complicated. Cigna has created a simple-to-use tool that can help make your life easier (and healthier) while you’re on the go. Get the myCigna Mobile App and access your health plan anytime and anywhere you go. The myCigna Mobile App helps you personalize, organize and access your important plan information on your phone or tablet. |
Alliant Choice+ Site Maintenance |
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The County of San Mateo AlliantCHOICE Plus site will be unavailable from 3/21-4/10 due to scheduled maintenance. For questions about your voluntary benefits during this time, please contact the AlliantCHOICE Plus call center at 833.634.7132 |
Virtual Retiree Health Training Sessions |
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Sign-up through LMS Virtual Retiree Health Informational SessionThis class is designed to help you understand Retiree Health Benefits when you decide to retire. WHEN:
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