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How to Choose the Right Individual Dental Insurance Plan for Retirement

June 11, 2019 By Social Media Collaborative

Older couple smiling and drinking coffee.

*Updated September 2026 Key takeaways about choosing the right individual dental insurance plan: If you're lucky enough to be thinking about retirement, it's also time to start thinking about how you'll maintain your oral health once you leave the workforce. Many … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Benefits, Dental Health, Dental Health for Older Adults

Affordable Dental Care for Older Adults

May 28, 2019 By Shelby Tatomir

There are some myths out there about dental insurance. Some claim dental insurance isn’t a viable option for older adults. Others may say it’s too expensive to take care of our teeth as we age. Leave those (incorrect) assumptions behind! It is true that Medicare doesn’t offer … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Benefits, Dental Health, Dental Health for Older Adults

Increased Age, Decreased Dental Care

May 24, 2019 By Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation

The older adult population is set to make US history. In 2035, they will outnumber children age 18 and younger for the first time ever (at approximately 78 million). The group will grow to almost 94 million by 2060. Sadly, many will not have access to dental care, which will … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health, Dental Health for Older Adults, Foundation

The Impact of Tooth Loss in Adulthood and How to Avoid It

May 21, 2019 By Shelby Tatomir

Tooth loss doesn’t have to occur as we age. When adults lose a tooth, it’s usually from knocking it out or having poor oral health. There are a variety of oral health conditions that can lead to tooth loss. Dental caries, or cavities, and gum disease are the most common. When … [Read more...]

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Cost Considerations | Restorations and Dentures for Older Adults

May 14, 2019 By Shelby Tatomir

Considering the cost of dentures, restorative care, and dental care for older adults? You’re in the right place! Dental care costs for adults over 65 depend mainly on two things: your oral health and the type of dental coverage that individuals have. Today, dentists … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health, Dental Health for Older Adults

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