Prior to tooth loss, seniors may experience tooth sensitivity or discoloration caused by enamel and dentin loss, or root deterioration caused by gum recession. Periodontal disease (gum disease) is more common in seniors due to poor dental hygiene, a poor diet, ill-fitting dental appliances, and/or diseases such as cancer or diabetes.
Indeed, the supporting bone structure for the teeth, including the jaw, can shift, which can disrupt a senior’s bite and contribute to tooth decay. Seniors are also more likely to experience gum tissue ihflammation, dry mouth syndrome (often caused by medications), or oral thrush (a fungal disease causing ulcers and whitish spots on the membranes of the mouth due to its effect on the immune system).
$tudies have not established that either heart disease or gum disease causes the other. This is a difficult task because many of the risk factors for gum disease are the same as those for heart disease:
Cigarette smoking
Poor nutrition
Diabetes
Sedentary Lifestyle
1. To maintain dental hygiene, brush, floss, and rinse with mouthwash as directed by your dentist to maintain dental hygiene.
2. Investigate special toothbrushes for cleaning difficult-to-reach areas of the mouth.
3. Know the warning signs that your mouth, teeth, or gums may be in danger, such as tooth sensitivity; teeth grinding; pain; mouth sores; bumps; swelling; loose teeth; jaw popping or clicking; difficulty quenching thirst, swallowing, or chewing; and difficulty swallowing or chewing (dry mouth syndrome).
. Visit your dentist for regular dental hygiene checkups as often as he or she recommends.
Dentures and dental bridges should be properly maintained.
Consult your dentist both before and after surgery.
7. Inform your dentist about any medications you are taking or any medication changes.
8. If brushing and flossing are difficult for you, try using tongue depressors or something similar to lengthen the toothbrush, or ask for help. You can also try removing debris from your teeth with a soft washcloth or gauze, rinsing frequently. Continue using this method until you can brush your teeth again. For related guidelines, people suffering from arthritis or a similar medical condition that limits manual dexterity can insert the back end of a toothbrush into a standard tennis ball. Other innovations designed to make oral hygiene simple and effective may be recommended by your dentist.
The pulp is a thread-like structure found in the tooth’s root. The pulp tissue dies when it becomes infected or injured. If it is not removed, it causes infection in the tooth, resulting in excruciating pain. This dan result in a dental abcess. As a result, a root canal treatment is carried out in which the pulp is removed, the root canal is disinfected, and a sealant is applied to protect it. To make this tooth functional again, a crown is usually recommended.
Periodontal treatment involves removing all infection in the gums. Gum disease is characterised by bleeding gums that can also be red in colour, bad breath, tooth sensitivity, and other symptoms. Tooth loss may occur if it is not treated.
A denture is a removable prosthesis that is used to replace any or all natural teeth. The appliance can be planned and designed to have a pleasing aesthetic appearance as well as improved functionality. If only a few missing teeth are being replaced, some precision attachments and clasps may be used for added retention. If all teeth are being replaced, some dental implants may be required for good retention.
Periodontal treatment involves removing all infection in the gums. Gum disease is characterised by bleeding gums that can also be red in colour, bad breath, tooth sensitivity, and other symptoms. Tooth loss may occur if it is not treated.
Cleaning & Polishing / Oral prophylaxis / Professional Clean up / Scaling & Polishing: Plaque, tartar, and stains accumulate over time on the teeth. The cleaning procedure thoroughly removes all of it, and the teeth are then polished. To maintain proper oral health, it should be done every six months.
This treatment is mostly recommended for children. It strengthens the teeth.
Pit and fissure sealing is the process of applying a thin layer of a protective film to the chewing surfaces of the teeth.
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