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Most of The UK Predicted to Have Dental Disease by 2050, Study Finds
By Amal Elamin, The Conversation Oral diseases, such as tooth decay and gum disease, are among the the most widespread chronic illnesses globally – affecting an estimated 3.5 billion people. They pose a significant problem not just because of how common they are, but because they can cause serious health complications. For instance, untreated oral diseases can