Is Grandpa Smiling?

elderly oral health Salt Lake City

How are Americans doing when it comes to the dental health of those who are sixty-five and over? Well, at The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City, we’ve got some good news and bad news.

The Good News:

  • Tooth decay rates in older Americans has decreased in the past thirty years.

The Bad News:

  • 25% of people over sixty-five have no remaining teeth
  • Nearly 20% have untreated cavities
  • 10% of adults 65 and over have moderate to severe periodontal disease.
  • There is evidence to suggest that advanced gum disease is linked to diabetes, heart disease, stroke and respiratory disease
  • Most older Americans don’t have dental insurance

Clearly, there is room for improvement. What elements will improve the oral health of older Americans? The National Institutes of Health cite three components:

  • Improved oral health education for the elderly
  • Seniors practicing effective daily oral hygiene
  • Increased access to dental care

At The Sugar House Dentist in Salt Lake City, we are committed to providing all of our patients with comprehensive oral health education and care. People from Millcreek and Holladay for our family and children’s dentistry and specialties like dental implants. Please call our office to schedule an appointment today!

Contact The Sugar House Dentist:

801.618.0197

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

1955 S 1300 E Ste L2
Salt Lake City, UT 84105