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April 9, 2015 By Oralhealthnevada Leave a Comment

Nevada Oral Health Matters

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

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

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

Tooth decay is an infectious chronic disease, which is also 100% preventable.

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

Oral diseases are progressive and cumulative and become more complex over time, and they are preventable.

Pediatric dental disease is five times more common than asthma.

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

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

More than 500 medications negatively affect the oral cavity.

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