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Baby Boomers Oral Health - Keeping Your Teeth

If you're one of the 75 million Baby Boomers in the United States today, you're probably considering the future of your teeth. Questions like "How long will they last?" and "What steps can I take now to preserve them for the future?" are good questions to ask, as gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss among Baby Boomers today.

The American Dental Association has launched an Oral Health Awareness Program focused on the Baby Boomer generation, based on extended life expectancy and noting that "60 is the new 40."

As always, the answers to these questions lie in good oral hygiene practices coupled with regular visits to your dental professional.

More information on the American Dental Association's Baby Boomer Oral Health Awareness Program is available through the ADA website.

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Labels: ada, baby boomers, gum disease

 

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