Daily brushing and flossing of natural teeth is essential to keeping them in good oral health. Plaque can build up quickly on the teeth of seniors, especially if oral hygiene is neglected, and lead to tooth decay and gum disease.

To maintain good oral health:

Brush at least twice a day with a fluoride containing toothpaste

 Floss at least once a day

 Visit Dr.Nechupadam Dental, Marine Drive on a regular schedule for cleaning and an oral examination

Here are some tips Which Seniors Can Expect During a Dental Examination

If  a senior headed for a check up, dentist will conduct a thorough history and dental examination including:

• The approximate date of your last dental visit and reason for the visit
• If you have noticed any recent changes in your mouth
• If you have noticed any loose or sensitive teeth
• If you have noticed any difficulty tasting, chewing, or swallowing
• If you have any pain, discomfort, sores, or bleeding in your mouth
• If you have noticed any lumps, bumps, or swellings in your mouth

During an oral exam, your dentist will check the following:

your face and neck (for skin discoloration, moles, sores);

your bite (for any problems in how the teeth come together while opening and closing your mouth);

your jaw (for signs of clicking and popping in the temporomandibular joint);

your lymph nodes and salivary glands (for any sign of swelling or lumps);

your inner cheeks (for infections, ulcers, traumatic injuries);

your tongue and other interior surfaces floor of the mouth, soft and hard palate, gum tissue (for signs of infection or oral cancer);

your teeth (for decay, condition of fillings, and cracks).

If you wear dentures or other appliances, your dentist will ask a few questions about when you wear your dentures and when you take them out (if removable).

will also look for any irritation or problems in the areas in the mouth that the appliance touches, and examine the denture or appliance itself (looking for any worn or broken areas).

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