Have you had trouble finding affordable dental care? Original Medicare (Parts A and B) does not cover dental services like exams, cleanings, or dentures. Some Medicare Advantage plans offer limited dental benefits, but many seniors are totally without dental insurance, and the expenses can be very considerable! This situation is especially bad when a dental […]
Category Archives: Dental
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Jul
Jul
Ever look in the mirror and realize the shade of yellow in your smile? As the years pass, your teeth are prone to darken. It’s an unfortunate consequence of the hard work your body goes through protecting you daily. The dull in your smile is a visible sign of aging. No amount of makeup can […]
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Jul
Jul
Do you cringe whenever a well-meaning friend asks you to “smile for the camera?” Have you stopped beaming from ear to ear because of missing teeth? If so, you need a makeover! When I say makeover, I mean a new pearly set of dentures! Dentures are restorative and completely change your look from the inside […]
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Oct
Oct
A few days ago, our team at OurSeniors.net explained the oral health risks that seniors are exposed too as they age. These risks include gum disease, tooth loss, and oral cancer. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that one in five American adults who are 65 or older have lost all their […]
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Oct
Oct
Did you know that people over the age of 65 have a higher risk of developing oral health diseases? As individuals advance in age, there is a decline in oral health due to medications for chronic diseases, lifestyle behaviors, and genetics. This decline affects overall health according to The Center for Disease Control and Prevention […]