The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that more than one in four (26 percent) adults in the United States have untreated tooth decay. Nearly half (46%) of all adults aged 30 years or older show signs of gum disease; severe gum disease affects about 9% of adults. This is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to failing oral health in the United States. Don’t let money get in the way of your dental health.