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Oral Cancer Statistic

January 31, 2015 By

In the US, more than 42,000 cases of oral cancer will be diagnosed this year.

Filed Under: Nevada Oral Health Numbers

Nevada Oral Health Matters

In the US, more than 51 million school hours are lost each year due to dental disease, leading to increased educational disparities.

Pediatric dental disease is five times more common than asthma.

Even individuals with dentures should receive a dental exam at least annually.

A routine oral health exam can detect signs and symptoms of many health conditions.

Periodontal disease is associated with poor blood sugar control for those living with diabetes.

Tooth decay is the #1 chronic childhood illness.

In the US, more than 42,000 cases of oral cancer will be diagnosed this year.

Medicare, the health insurance for most older adults, does not cover basic dental care.

More than 500 medications negatively affect the oral cavity.

Left untreated, dental disease can lead to malnourishment, bacterial infections, required emergency surgery and even death.

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P.O. Box 10281
Reno, Nevada 89510
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