Oral Health Quiz

Question 1

Research studies have shown a connection between periodontal (gum) disease and which of the following?
A. Diabetes
B. Low Birth Weight Babies
C. Heart Disease and Stroke
D. All of the above and more

Question 2

True or False: A woman who has never had gum disease could suddenly develop it during pregnancy.
A. True
B. False

Question 3

According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, what percentage of premature births and low birth weight babies born each year (250,000 total) may be attributed to infectious oral disease?
A. 5%
B. 9%
C. 15%
D. 18%

Question 4

True or False: "Most pregnant women do not visit the dentist even if they are having dental problems."
A. True
B. False

Question 5

A study published by the American Dental Association suggests that pregnant women with chronic gum disease during the second trimester may be how much more likely to give birth prematurely?
A. Twice as likely
B. Four times as likely
C. Seven times as likely
D. Ten times as likely

Question 6

Some premature babies require long hospital stays, which can take a tremendous toll on their families. In the worst 1% of cases, how many days of hospital treatment did these babies require?
A. 100 days or more
B. 60 days or more
C. 30 days or more
D. 5 days or more

Question 7

Which of the following statements about pre-eclampsia/toxemia is true?
	A. Research indicates an association between gum disease and pre-eclampsia/toxemia
	B. It is a serious condition affecting 5% of U.S. pregnancies
	C. Symptoms include headache, upper abdominal pain, blurred vision, sudden weight gain, high blood pressure and fluid retention
	D. All of the above statements are true

Question 8

True or False: Up to 14% of women develop diabetes during pregnancy, called "gestational diabetes."
A. True
B. False

Question 9

Which of the following behaviors do dentists recommend to maximize the dental health of pregnant women?
	A. Focus on brushing and flossing more often
	B. Getting regular dental checkups
	C. If receiving treatment for gum disease, keep all scheduled appointments.
	D. At every appointment, tell your dentist how far along you are in your pregnancy (number of weeks)
	E. All of the above

Question 10

What does Cigna do to help expectant mothers deliver healthy, full-term babies?
	A. Offer dental coverage plans that help you protect your oral health
	B. Incorporate periodontal risk questions in our risk assessment survey for high-risk pregnant members
	C. Communicate with our pregnant members through our Healthy Babies program
	D. Have our case managers reinforce the need to complete prescribed periodontal treatments
	E. All of the above

Thank You

At Cigna, we have learned that with preventive care, hopefully many of the complications and costs associated with an unhealthy birth can be reduced - and a lot of pain and suffering can be avoided. We know the best birth outcomes don't start in the delivery room. They are the product of planning, education, a healthy pregnancy and good medical and dental care.