92% of Americans Would Consider Delaying Dental Care Because of the Cost
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An overwhelming majority of Americans say they'd consider putting off dental care for financial reasons as costs for dental services continue to rise.
The October consumer price index report showed the cost of dental services is up 4.9% in the past year. With treatment becoming more expensive, 92% of Americans reported that they might hold off on care due to cost, according to a study by financial services company Synchrony.
Delaying dental care can lead to worse teeth problems, requiring more expensive procedures, but the costs of certain treatments are apparently too high to bear for many people.
“Rising out of pocket costs are preventing patients from accessing the care they want and need,” Bete Johnson, senior vice president and general manager of dental at Synchrony, said in the report.
