Tending to Oral Health Challenges Crucial to Quality of Life for Elder Arkansans

Many elderly Americans have a hard time sticking to routine oral healthcare due to chronic illness, disability or insitutional living. Lapses in care can lead to a variety of oral health challenges ranging from cavities to gum disease, which can affect quality of life if left unattended. This report is part of a year-long statewide series on oral health produced by Arkansas Public Media and supported by Delta Dental of Arkansas.