Tooth or consequences: Even during a pandemic, avoiding the dentist can be bad for your oral health
Dental care remains critical for tens of millions of Americans, even during the pandemic. More than one-quarter of U.S. adults live with untreated tooth decay, with nearly half of adults over 30 showing signs of gum disease. And nearly 1 in 4 adults report having felt pain in or around their mouth in the past year.
Original Article Source Credits: The Conversation , https://theconversation.com/
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Original Article Posted on: January 20, 2021
Link to Original Article: https://theconversation.com/tooth-or-consequences-even-during-a-pandemic-avoiding-the-dentist-can-be-bad-for-your-oral-health-152742
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