Aging and Oral Health
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), oral pain, difficulty eating (due to missing teeth, ill-fitting dentures, cavities and gum disease) and tooth loss, dry mouth are all signs of oral health problems in aging adults.
- Prescription Medicine
- Over the Counter Medicine
- Radiation
- Trauma
- Not Enough Fluid Intake
- Seasonal Allergies
- Mouth Breathers
- Snoring
- Smoking
What problems could dry mouth cause?
- Increased tooth decay (cavities)
- Periodontal (gum) disease
- Bad breath
- Poort taste of food
- Difficulty swallowing
- Tongue feels sore or uncomfortable
- Burning feeling in mouth
- Stickey feeling in mouth
How can we help you?
- Speak to your doctor about changing your medication if possible
- Use a fluoride containing tooth paste
- Use a non-sugar containing saliva substitute
- Saliva stimulate
- Alcohol free mouth rinse
- Use topical fluoride on your teeth at night, before you go to bed to help prevent tooth decay
- Make an appointment for a comprehensive evaluation
- Oral exam and consultation 973.325.9000