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Do You Have a Retirement Dental Plan?

Monday, August 24, 2015

My mom and dad have the best retirement dental plan there is - they raised a dentist! All joking aside, once people retire and no longer have employer health and dental benefits they face some choices.

Some people are surprised when they sign up for Medicare and discover that it doesn't include dental care. Some of the Medicare Advantage plans offer very limited dental benefits but most retirees pay for dental care out of pocket or purchase an individual dental plan.

Research has shown repeatedly that poor oral health is linked to diabetes, heart disease and more. About 25% of Medicare recipients have no natural teeth which puts them at higher risk for nutritional deficiencies.

As with most things in life - it pays to plan ahead. Hopefully you have been taking great care of your oral health all along -- if so, just keep it up and your oral health problems should remain minimal as you age. Remember that many dental problems are preventable -- keep brushing, flossing and getting regular cleanings.

If you are a few years away from retirement and still have employer dental coverage now is the time to start taking advantage and getting the treatment you have postponed. While most dental insurance plans are pretty limited as to what they will cover on an annual basis, some coverage is better than none. Talk to us about your future plans so we can work together on completing your planned treatment.

Please contact the central Boca Raton dental office of Dr. Kenneth A. Mogell today at 561-394-9000 to schedule your visit.

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