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Aging affects all the body’s cells, organs, and tissues. The mouth and gums are not spared. As you age, you are more and more susceptible to specific health conditions, and being on some medication may also affect oral health. As your loved ones age, oral health becomes more and more critical, and visits to the dentist for oral checkups are more necessary.
As you and your loved one age, the body changes over time. Some of these changes are:
All these changes affect the mouth too. Your elderly loved ones will be more susceptible to oral infections, and these infections may take longer to heal. As bones lose density, tooth loss also becomes a risk to look out for. Our Austin preventative dentists is there for you and your loved ones to help you maintain a healthy mouth and strong teeth.
Dry Mouth
Due to medicine use or certain medical conditions, older adults are at a high risk of developing a dry mouth. Saliva in the mouth is essential in maintaining oral health. Saliva not only lubricates the mouth but also protects your teeth from decay and keeps your gums healthy.
When your mouth does not produce enough saliva, you run the risk of developing:
At Toothbar Austin, our preventative dentistry specialists will help you prevent a dry mouth from worsening further. The family dentists at the toothbar can help you and your loved ones manage a dry mouth and even correct it.
Older adults are highly likely to suffer from receding gums. Receding gums is when your gums pull away from the teeth exposing the root of the tooth. Receding gums may further escalate to gum inflammation, tooth decay, and tooth loss. At Toothbar Austin, our dentists can clean away plaque and tartar before it develops into gingivitis.
Gingivitis is an early form of gum disease that develops into periodontitis which may cause tooth loss. Older adults may be at higher risk for developing periodontal disease because of habits and illnesses such as:
At Toothbar, the family dentist is in a position to offer advice on proper dental care for your loved ones. Avoiding preventable risk factors such as smoking and practicing good oral hygiene is a step in the right direction. Toothbar is also available to offer much-needed advice on healthy dental practices.
Dental caries is often due to bacterial action. A weakened immune system in older adults may be a risk factor. Austin preventative dentistry has helped older patients from preventing the occurrence of dental caries. When dental caries occur, Austin cosmetic dentistry is there to help you and your loved ones correct and fill cavities.
Oral cancer is more common in older adults and even more common in males. Austin preventive dentistry helps you and your loved ones to make the correct dental choices to prevent oral cancer.
Toothbar offers comprehensive dental care for your children, you, and your elderly loved ones. We offer well-priced quality dental care to keep your mouth healthy. Visit our Downtown Austin location today for comprehensive dental care.
Co-founder and owner Dr. Kimberley Barclay is actively involved in local and national dental societies, including the Capital Area Dental Society and Spear Education courses on cosmetic dentistry. She is also a member of the Seattle Study Club, one of the most advanced education groups for dental professionals.
This content was fact-checked by Dr. Kimberley Barclay and Dr. Lauren Jacobsen following editorial guidelines. Dr. Kimberley Barclay is actively involved in local and national dental societies, including the Capital Area Dental Society and Spear Education courses on Cosmetic Dentistry. Dr. Lauren Jacobsen is an active member of the dental community and engages in further education and training through membership with a local chapter of the Seattle Study Club and Spear Education courses.
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