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Senior Oral Health: Older Americans Regret Not Caring for Their Teeth More in Youth

Delta Dental's first senior survey also looks at differences in BIPOC access to care.

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By: Christine Esposito

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Americans aged 50 and older realize the importance of oral health but aren't necessarily taking the steps to prioritize it as they should, according to Delta Dental's Senior Oral Health Report: Older Americans' Oral Care Regrets, Barriers and Impact. In the survey, 80% of older Americans don't go to the dentist as often as recommended today despite ranking “not brushing and flossing more” as their third biggest regret regarding their physical health. The study ...

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