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Dentures Statistic

January 31, 2015 By

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

Filed Under: Nevada Oral Health Numbers

Periodontal Disease Statistic

January 31, 2015 By

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

Filed Under: Nevada Oral Health Numbers

Periodontitis Statistics

January 31, 2015 By

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

Filed Under: Nevada Oral Health Numbers

Oral Disease Statistic

January 31, 2015 By

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

Filed Under: Nevada Oral Health Numbers

Dental Disease Statistic

January 31, 2015 By

Pediatric dental disease is five times more common than asthma.

Filed Under: Nevada Oral Health Numbers

Lack Insurance Statistic

January 31, 2015 By

Approximately 43% of Americans lack dental insurance.

Filed Under: Nevada Oral Health Numbers

Medicare Statistic

January 31, 2015 By

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

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Nevada Oral Health Matters

Oral diseases are a neglected epidemic – virtually everyone is affected by them, yet little is done to treat and prevent them.
Periodontal disease is associated with poor blood sugar control for those living with diabetes.
Dental disease has been linked to heart disease, stroke, diabetes, pneumonia, and poor pregnancy outcomes.
A routine oral health exam can detect signs and symptoms of many health conditions.
Tooth decay is the #1 chronic childhood illness.
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.
Nearly half of all US adults have some form of periodontitis.
Oral diseases are progressive and cumulative and become more complex over time, and they are preventable.
Even individuals with dentures should receive a dental exam at least annually.
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P.O. Box 10281
Reno, Nevada 89510
(775) 745-6708
EIN: 46-3343943
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