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Why Oral Health Matters in Retirement | Safe Harbor Retirement

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January 14, 2026•1 min read

Good Oral Health: A Hidden Key to a Healthy Retirement

When we talk about retirement planning, we usually focus on income, Medicare, and long-term care. Butoral healthplays a much bigger role than most people realize.

How Dental Health Impacts Overall Health

Research shows seniors without dental coverage are:

  • 67% more likely to have heart disease

  • 50% more likely to have osteoporosis

  • 29% more likely to have diabetes

Healthy teeth and gums support proper nutrition, speech, confidence, and quality of life.

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Why Individual Dental Insurance Helps

Individual dental insurance encourages:

  • Regular cleanings and exams

  • Early treatment of issues

  • Fewer medical complications

The plans we recommend cover preventive care at100% when using a network dentist, making routine care easy and affordable .

Dental Care Is Part of Retirement Planning

Just like Medicare and income planning, dental insurance should be part of a complete retirement strategy, not an afterthought.

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Oral health and retirementDental Insurance Seniors
With a lifelong background in service—from flying helicopters in the U.S. Army to a 25-year career as a commercial airline pilot—I’ve always believed in doing what’s right and helping others. After retiring from aviation, I returned to the insurance world to focus on retirement income, where I guide clients with honesty, clarity, and a no-pressure approach. Our mission is simple: put clients first and always do what’s best for them. He reside with his wife in Cary NC.

John Anderson

With a lifelong background in service—from flying helicopters in the U.S. Army to a 25-year career as a commercial airline pilot—I’ve always believed in doing what’s right and helping others. After retiring from aviation, I returned to the insurance world to focus on retirement income, where I guide clients with honesty, clarity, and a no-pressure approach. Our mission is simple: put clients first and always do what’s best for them. He reside with his wife in Cary NC.

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