There are some wild myths out there about dental insurance. Some claim dental insurance isn’t a viable option for seniors. Another common myth is that seniors don’t need dental care - or that it’s too expensive to take care of our teeth as we age. Leave those assumptions behind! … [Read more...]
The Impact of Tooth Loss in Adulthood and How to Avoid It
Tooth loss doesn’t have to occur as we age. When adults lose a tooth, there’s a good chance it’s because of poor oral health. There are a variety of oral health conditions that can lead to tooth loss. Cavities and periodontal disease are the most common. If we have a poor dental … [Read more...]
Cost Considerations | Restorations and Dentures for Seniors
Considering the cost of dentures, restorative care, and dental care for seniors? You’re in the right place! For adults over 65, dental care costs primarily depend on two things: dental health and dental coverage. Today, dentists choose restoration methods more often than tooth … [Read more...]
Restorative Care vs Dentures | Impact of Dentures on Health
Tooth loss used to be inevitable. Now, advances in technology and dental care allow us to keep our teeth longer than our ancestors ever did. However, longer-lasting, natural teeth means more risk for tooth decay. Dental caries, also known as cavities, are currently the leading … [Read more...]
Medications + Your Mouth | Causes of Dry Mouth in Seniors
Polypharmacy: it’s when a person is prescribed more than one medication by their doctor to treat health conditions. Today there are thousands of medications available for potentially life-threatening medical problems. As a result, the average American’s life expectancy has never … [Read more...]