Study: Half Of Older Adults In US Don’t Get Their Teeth Checked, Increasing The Risk For Other Health Conditions

Study: Half Of Older Adults In US Don’t Get Their Teeth Checked, Increasing The Risk For Other Health Conditions    

A study has shown that more than half of older adults in the US never get their teeth checked. This is a result of the various types of dental insurance. This increases the risk of tooth decay, which can lead to pneumonia in elders, and also affects the ability to eat, swallow, and speak.  Click here for more info.