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Tooth Decay Statistic

January 31, 2015 By

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

Filed Under: Nevada Oral Health Numbers

Nevada Oral Health Matters

More than 500 medications negatively affect the oral cavity.

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

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

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

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

Oral diseases are a neglected epidemic – virtually everyone is affected by them, yet little is done to treat and prevent them.

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

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

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

Tooth decay is the #1 chronic childhood illness.

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