Many people view Medicare as the gold standard of United States health coverage, and any attempt to cut it incurs the wrath of older Americans, a politically powerful group. But there are substantial coverage gaps in traditional Medicare. One of them is care for your teeth.
Oral Health Watch
3 hours ago
Dental care access is critical to maintaining a healthy diet. Oral pain and missing teeth can significantly affect your ability to enjoy foods, limiting dietary choices and making it difficult to eating. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
19 hours ago
Fluoridated water helps everyone - including older adults! As we age, gum recession and dry mouth can expose tooth roots, but drinking water with the right balance of fluoride helps keep smiles strong healthy and cavity-free. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
20 hours ago
#DYK fluoridated water helps protect against cavities at every age - especially for older adults with gum recession or dry mouth. A simple sip can help keep smiles strong! #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
2 days ago
Community water fluoridation offers oral health benefits for individuals and the broader public, reducing cavities and health disparities so everyone can enjoy the benefits of good oral health. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
2 days ago
Community water fluoridation offers oral health benefits for individuals and the broader public, reducing cavities and health disparities so everyone can enjoy the benefits of good oral health. #teethmatter
Oral Health Watch
3 days ago
Access to preventive oral health care matters. Visible decay and tooth loss can significantly impact economic opportunity, creating a cycle of disadvantage that affects earning potential and contributes to economic burdens:
📉Lost productivity from pain and oral disease
😁Barriers to ...employment due to appearance
💸Increased healthcare costs
#teethmatter