A recent British study published in the Journal of Dental Research revealed that less well off people in England over the age of 65 have approximately eight less teeth than those with more money.

A recent study published in the Journal of Dental Research revealed that poor people in England are likely to have fewer teeth than their wealthier counterparts.

Most affected were those over the age of 65.

It's been known that income has played a part in health and hygiene, but it wasn't known to what extent until now.

The less well-to-do people age 65 and older averaged having eight less teeth in their mouths than those who were wealthier. That comprises one quarter of an adult's full set.

Over 6,000 people over age 21 were studied in the research, with the worst oral health appearing in the poorest 20 percent of participants.

Along with missing teeth, they also were more prone to tooth decay, gum disease and other oral ailments.

Education, or lack thereof, and occupation, appeared to play a role in dental hygiene as well.

Public Health England is making it a point to teach the younger generation proper mouth care, in hopes of preventing this same outcome in the future.