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Nevada Oral Health Matters

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

Nearly half of all US adults have some form of periodontitis.

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, 164 million work hours are lost each year due to dental disease, leading to decreased productivity.

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

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.

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

Approximately 43% of Americans lack dental insurance.

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

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