Life is short. Smile while you still have teeth.

Every tooth in a man’s head is more valuable than a diamond is a true quote.

Just imagine a situation in your life without teeth in the mouth… here we discuss a common question arises

“ As an older person, do I really need to be concerned about cavities anymore? “

Actually, cavities can be more frequent in older adults for a number of reasons. Life-long exposure to fluoride and toothpaste may not have been a possibility for some of our oldest adults as it simply wasn’t available when they were growing up. Also, adults are more likely to have decay around older fillings.

Additionally, #cavities in the tooth root are more common, as gum tissue begins to recede in older adults exposing the tooth root surface to decay. Also, dry mouth, resulting from the natural ageing process itself and certain medications and diseases, can lead to more tooth decay. Without an adequate amount of saliva, food particles can’t be washed away and the acids produced by plaque can’t be neutralized. .
Daily brushing and flossing of your natural #teeth is essential for keeping them in good health. #Plaque can build up quickly on the teeth of older people, especially if oral hygiene is neglected, and lead to tooth decay and gum disease.

To maintain good oral health, it’s important for all individuals, regardless of age, Visit Dr.Nechupadam Dental, Marine Drive regularly for cleaning and for an oral examination.  Older age can bring a variety of dental health problems. Medical conditions that are more common in older age, such as #arthritis in the #hands and #fingers, may make #brushing or #flossing teeth harder.

#Oral health problems in older age include:

• #Darkened teeth
• #Dry mouth.
• Diminished sense of# taste.
• #Root decay.
• #Gum disease.
• #Tooth loss.
• Uneven #jawbone
• #Denture-induced stomatitis.

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