New Kentucky Program Aimed At Improving Smiles | WJTV.com
New Kentucky Program Aimed At Improving Smiles | WJTV.com:
"Beshear says Kentucky had the most people in the country with missing teeth in people over age 65 in a 2004 study, and more than a quarter of all residents had lost six or more teeth to tooth decay or gum disease. A 2001 study found nearly half of kids age 4 or younger had untreated dental issues, more than double the national average." In Kentucky, fluoridated is state-mandated.
"Beshear says Kentucky had the most people in the country with missing teeth in people over age 65 in a 2004 study, and more than a quarter of all residents had lost six or more teeth to tooth decay or gum disease. A 2001 study found nearly half of kids age 4 or younger had untreated dental issues, more than double the national average." In Kentucky, fluoridated is state-mandated.
posted by FluorideNews at 11:56 AM
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