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Dental Health Trailer | Aging Matters | NPT Reports
Tennessee ranks 49th in oral health, and almost half of those over 65 experience severe tooth loss. What treatment options are there for seniors and how will they access and pay for dental care, particularly if they lack insurance? "Aging Matters: Dental Health" considers what can be done to ensure older adults live a full life with a healthy smile.
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