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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Camilla Foster

4 common dental issues facing seniors and how to handle them

One of the most prevalent issues for the elderly is gum disease (Alamy/PA) -

The British Dental Association has stated that the Government’s pledge of 700,000 additional dental appointments will only address a third of the 2.2 million people in need of urgent care who cannot access NHS dental services.

Seniors, in particular, are significantly impacted, as they encounter unique challenges in maintaining healthy teeth and gums, with certain dental problems becoming more common as they age.

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