Many seniors live on a fixed income and can not afford costly dental care. Yet as we age so does out teeth and gums.  Having proper dental care habits and seeing the dentist regularly is very important for seniors in order to maintain their oral and dental health. In addition it also help to reduce the risk of having to have larger dental needs that are more costly.    

Another good way for seniors to reduce the cost of dental care is by buying a low cost dental insurance plan such as and HMO. HMO are normally the lower cost dental insurance plan option.  Because they are not as costly ad PPO they are more easier to fit into fixed income budgets.  Most HMO dental insurance plans also offer free preventive dental care services which helps maintain good oral and dental health.