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According to the most recent "NADP/DDPA Joint Report: Enrollment," at the end of 2007 over 173 million Americans are covered by some form of dental benefit through employer-sponsored group plans or other group or individual plans. This represents 57% of the population of the United States. The 2007 national enrollment level represents a 2.4% increase over 2006 enrollment. Most of the benefits-other than public programs--are DPPO product, i.e. 63% of all commercial dental benefits. The balance of the market is divided among traditional/Indemnity plans, DHMO, and discount dental products.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 13y agothere is gingivitis I've heard of but over 50% have no dental insurance but gum disease is different.
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∙ 15y agoSome sources estimate that up to 60% of people in developped countries would get gum disease. And more than 80 % of people is developping countries.
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∙ 11y agoPeriodontal Disease is the most common disease in the world.
Most people don't know they have it.
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∙ 13y agoin 2000, half of adults living in the United States have gingivitis, and about one in five have periodontitis.
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∙ 12y ago80% have the condition to some degree
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Is gum disease and gingivitis related?
Gingivitis is the medical term meaning inflammation of the gums. Gingivitis is a common finding in many types of gum disease.
What is the most common disease of the mouth and teeth?
Gingivitis.
Which bacteria causes gingivitis?
Gingivitis is caused by anaerobic bacteria that does not need of oxygen to growth. The most common bacteria that cause gingivitis are Gram-negative Phorphyromonas Gingivalis, Fusobacterium and Prevotella Intermedia.
What are the most common causes of bleeding gums?
Some of the most common causes of bleeding gums is lack of flossing and gingivitis.
Does gingivitis cause trichomoniasis?
No, gingivitis does not cause trichomoniasis.
If you have gingivitis what part of your body has an inflammation?
Gingivitis is an an inflammation of the gingivae - the gums.
What is gingivities?
Gingivitis is inflamed gums. The most common cause of gingivitis is inadequate oral hygiene. Improving one's oral hygiene through frequent effective brushing and flossing usually reduces or eliminates gingivitis. It is important to differentiate gingivitis from periodontitis. While gingivitis only involves the gums, periodontitis involves the periodontal attachment, that is the tissues that hold the tooth to the jaw bone. Loss of this attachment is most often irreversible, and this condition must be treated with the help of a dentist and dental hygienist. See your dentist for a correct diagnosis and treatment.
What is the most common disease in America?
Gingivitis > leading to Periodontal Disease - is the most common disease in the world.Most people don't know they have it.Read more: How_common_is_gingivitis
Does bacteria cause gingivitis and if it does which type of bacteria can cause gingivitis?
gram - anaerobes
Who gets Desquamative gingivitis?
Desquamative gingivitis occurs mainly in postmenopausal women
Is Gingivitis related to leukemia?
Gingivitis is also one of the early signs of leukemia in some children
Can you die from gingivitis?
No. Gingivitis is simply inflammation of the gums. It is the most common oral disease in humans, affecting small children and adults of all ages. It is generally reversible with good oral hygiene (brushing and flossing) and perhaps a dental cleaning at a dental office.
