Seniors who enroll in traditional government-run Medicare can buy dental insurance. Still, nearly half of Medicare enrollees did not have dental coverage as of 2019, according to KFF. The 2024 ...

Seniors over the age of 65 are typically at increased risk of oral problems such as cavities, gum disease, and oral cancers. However, only 53 percent of Medicare beneficiaries have dental ...

A new study reveals that restrictive features in Medicare Advantage (MA) dental plans may create barriers to dental care access for seniors, despite the plans' intended purpose of expanding coverage.

Healthy teeth are a key part of overall wellness and maintaining them requires consistent care throughout life. Different ...

The privatized form of Medicare offers more supplemental benefits than traditional Medicare, including dental, vision and ...

In summary, brushing, flossing, regular dental visits, a healthy diet, and staying hydrated are the foundations of good dental care for seniors. By following these simple steps and addressing issues ...

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Multiple program services and discounts for seniors, including financial planning, other insurance and discounts on shopping. Must be an AARP member to enroll. More expensive than AARP dental ...

according to a senior economist with the American Enterprise Institute. And Brookings estimated in 2019 that adding vision, hearing and dental benefits to Medicare would cost approximately $36 ...