A diagnosis of any form of cognitive impairment, such as dementia, is a heartbreaking reality for millions of older adults in the United States. While there is currently no cure for some diseases that cause cognitive impairment, there are ways to reduce your risk. According to … [Read more...]
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4 Tips to Maintain Oral Health in Older Adults
*Updated August 2024 As we age, the ability to maintain oral health becomes increasingly important yet often more challenging. Changes in our bodies, side effects from medication, and chronic conditions can all contribute to new dental concerns. However, with the right … [Read more...]
Why Does Dental Care Matter for Older Adults?
When I was hired at Delta Dental, I was looking to find a career that would challenge me. With a career background in medical coding and billing, a job at Delta Dental felt like it would be a pretty good fit. I thought to myself before taking the job, “How hard can this be? We … [Read more...]
Dental Health of Older Adults [Infographic]
Historically, tooth loss was simply part of getting old. Before dentists encouraged preventive care for our smiles, missing teeth were a common, almost expected, aspect of aging. But today, we have more power to keep our natural teeth than ever before. Tooth loss has declined … [Read more...]
Crowded or Crooked Teeth in Older Adults
Our teeth determine how our mouth functions. Since we are no longer gnawing on dinosaur bones, our jaws have become smaller, but our teeth have remained the same. When our mouths are too small to accommodate our teeth, it contributes to crooked or crowded teeth. When our … [Read more...]
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