Why Dental Care

The Need and Importance for Oral Health

Across the country, an estimated 130 million Americans lack dental insurance. Some of the most common diseases that impact our oral health include cavities (tooth decay), gum (periodontal) disease, and oral cancer. Although these oral conditions are frequently considered separate from other chronic conditions, studies over the years have proven poor oral health can be a contributing factor and significantly increase the possibility of a person having a stroke, developing diseases like diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and autoimmune disease like rheumatoid arthritis. In addition, gum disease and jaw infections due to untreated cavities can be life threatening and even lead to death. Statistics show the three main reasons why adults are not able to find jobs are due to lack of transportation access to and from work, debilitating dental pain and lack of self-confidence due to missing teeth.