Did you know that about half of American adults have a chronic condition called gum disease? However, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, every 2 out of 3 seniors (about 68 percent) have an advanced form of gum disease.
In the 2020 census, nearly 56 million adults over the age of 65 were living in the United States, which accounted for about 17 percent of the total population. In other words, 1 in 6 adults were seniors.
Why does this condition afflict seniors in particular? Keep reading to learn more about this infection, risk factors, and what can be done to prevent it from harming your smile as you grow older.
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