Dental Statistics by Age

Well, that’s interesting! Did you know that the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) tracks dental trends and statistics in the United States? One post notes that:

• Percent of children aged 5-19 years with untreated dental caries is 13.2%; the percent of adults aged 20-44 with untreated dental caries is 25.9%; the percent of adults aged 45-64 with untreated dental caries is 25.3%; and the percent of adults 65 and over with untreated dental caries is 20.2%
• Dental caries are commonly known as tooth decay, which is damage done to teeth as a result of bacteria that builds up on the tooth’s surface, producing acids that damage the tooth’s enamel.
• Percent of adults aged 18 and over with a dental exam or cleaning in the past year according to a 2022 study was 64.1%
• Percent of children aged 2-17 years with a dental visit in the past year (2019 study) was 86.9%

With a DENCAP dental insurance plan that fits your needs and that of your family, you can stay on the right side of these statistics! Remember that all DENCAP plans provide full or partial treatment for twice-yearly preventive care visits. Schedule your dental exam with a DENCAP dental provider to keep your mouth healthy and free of bacteria build up that can harm your teeth and your overall health.