AGING AND ORAL HEALTH

Getting older may make it more difficult to keep your teeth as healthy as they have been throughout your life, but it does not make it impossible. As long as you know what to watch out for and continue to see your dentist in Belmont, you can keep your smile looking as clean and bright as ever. Watch this video clip to learn about aging and oral health.

Aging comes with a number of changes that may affect your oral health. You may take medication that inhibits your saliva production, causing dry mouth. Dry mouth can make you vulnerable to tooth decay, which can lead to the need for root canal treatment or tooth extraction; chewing sugarless gum can often help increase saliva production and prevent these issues. Receding gums can leave your teeth more vulnerable to periodontal disease, cavities, and other oral health complications. Be sure to limit your snacks in between meals, and continue brushing and flossing your teeth and visiting your dentist often to eliminate plaque and prevent the development of cavities.