Lack of Vitamin D Associated With Dental Cavities in Older Adults: Study

A new study reveals an inverse relationship between vitamin D levels and the risk of dental cavities in people ages 65 and older.

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Older adults deficient in vitamin D have a 44 percent increased risk of having untreated dental cavities, according to a new study.

The study, published in Nutrients, suggests “the potential importance of adequate vitamin D levels for maintaining dental health among older adults,” according to the authors.