How Can Dental Insurance Help Me Avoid Gum Disease?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported in 2022 that an estimated 47% of adults 30 and older have some form of periodontal disease. The rate is even higher (70%) for those over 70! Too often, symptoms are missed or ignored, resulting in advanced periodontitis, which causes tooth loss, bone atrophy, and more. It’s why dentists encourage regular checkups – to prevent gum disease. But will your dental insurance help with the cost? If the price of treatment is keeping you from moving forward, learn how your benefits can help you save.