NADP Foundation Report: Addressing Retiree Oral Health Needs. An analysis of current dental coverage and recommendations for expanded coverage

In this report, Charm Economics synthesizes the best publicly available data sources to provide a comprehensive estimate of dental insurance coverage among individuals aged 55 and older.

An analysis of publicly available government data indicates that 39% of Americans over age 55 have dental coverage through public programs, while 31% have private dental insurance through employer-sponsored insurance, Medigap, or a stand-alone dental plan suggesting that approximately 31 million (31%) individuals aged 55 and older remain without dental coverage.

Download the full white paper here for more details and a review of how dental coverage impacts access to dental care. There are a variety of options through a combination of public and private coverage expansions that can close this gap.