Updated: 2/4/2020 Several months ago, in The Importance of Dental Care for Seniors, I talked about the common oral health problems seniors endure. While I talked about ways to prevent…
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Updated: 2/5/2020 Seniors are now searching beyond our borders for their dental needs in an attempt to find the same quality dental care for significantly less than what they might…
Updated: 2/5/2020 As we age it becomes more and more difficult to stay healthy, but it’s possible. There are several steps you can take to improve your health and stay…
Former employers are beginning to drop retiree health insurance coverage. The health insurance cancellation letters are already in the mail. The retirees who receive these letters will now be required…
Updated: 2/5/2020 Why is dental care for seniors so important? As we age, we become more susceptible to gum disease and other oral health problems that not only affect the…
Updated: 2/6/2020 As you get older, the amount of dental problems you encounter increases. Many of these dental problems may result in tooth loss. Because of this, individuals with dental…
Updated: 2/20/2020 Plaque is bacteria. When you brush your teeth, you’re transferring plaque from your teeth to your toothbrush. Rinsing should remove the majority of any residue, but inevitably some…
Updated: 2/21/2020 Women who are at risk for osteoporosis may also be at risk for periodontitis, a dental disease of the supporting structures in the mouth. A new comparison study…
This just in: prevention actually pays off. Researchers at the University of Maryland Dental School recently found that the seniors who regularly visited the dentist and got routine preventive care…
While Medicare may be the first option that comes to mind, it does not actually help with most senior dental care needs. Luckily, new dental plans for seniors are available to make it easier to afford both routine and emergency dental care throughout your retirement years. AARP dental insurance is one well-established option, but many seniors are opting for dental savings plans instead.
You might be retired now, but that doesn’t mean you’re planning to relax when it comes to your dental health. That’s because you understand that seniors are not immune from…
As a person ages, overall health begins to deteriorate. This includes oral health. There are many oral diseases that seniors may be more susceptible to, especially thrush. Because of this, some…