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New Poll Demonstrates Broad Support for a Medicare Dental Benefit Among Older Adults

Year: 2020

Type: article

Abstract: Oral health is an important component of overall health for all US residents, particularly older adults.Oral health problems are common in this population, given that most systemic diseases are manifested in the mouth.Left untreated, oral health problems can result in serious, painful, and costly complications.

Source: JAMA Health Forum

DOI: 10.1001/jamahealthforum.2020.0375

Authors: Erica Solway, Domenica Sweier, Jeffrey T. Kullgren

Institutions: University of Michigan, VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System, Michigan Medicine, VA Center for Clinical Management Research

Language: English

Topic: Dental Health and Care Utilization

Subfield: Periodontics

Field: Dentistry

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $5,000