By 2030, more than 20 percent of the US population, including all “baby boomers,” will be sixty-five or older. Yet two-thirds of Medicare recipients don’t have dental coverage.
By 2030, more than 20 percent of the US population, including all “baby boomers,” will be sixty-five or older. Yet two-thirds of Medicare recipients don’t have dental coverage.
Oral Health Watch
35 minutes ago
It's not always easy getting kids to brush and floss their teeth as consistently as they should. Thankfully, community water fluoridation strengthens tooth enamel to help protect teeth against cavity-causing germs. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
3 days ago
Is community water fluoridation necessary even if you use fluoride toothpaste? 💯 Water fluoridation and fluoride toothpaste work together to protect teeth against cavities. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
3 days ago
Is community water fluoridation necessary even if you use fluoride toothpaste? 💯 Water fluoridation and fluoride toothpaste work together to protect teeth against cavities. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
4 days ago
#DYK access to preventive oral health care is essential even for baby teeth? Primary teeth enable chewing, clear speech, proper nutrition and serve as placeholders for developing permanent teeth. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
4 days ago
#DYK access to preventive oral health care is essential even for baby teeth? Primary teeth enable chewing, clear speech, proper nutrition and serve as placeholders for developing permanent teeth. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
5 days ago
Community water fluoridation has significantly improved oral health in the U.S.:
🦷Decreasing tooth decay by approximately 25% for everyone
💰Saving communities money
😢Reducing the number of painful and costly dental procedures
#teethmatter