Most of the time it is seen that as people grow older they are faced with various ailments affecting their health and well-being. Generally, in older adults, oral health issues are most pronounced. Diseases related to gums and teeth are observed in the majority of people. Dental issues are especially painful and require immediate attention and care. Go through the slide to know the ways aging affects dental health in older adults.

1. Ask a Reputed Dentist in Simi
Valley About How Aging Affects
Dental Health

2. It is no secret as you age,
your general health is
affected.

3. In addition to the
increased health risk,
your dental health also
changes as you grow
older.

4. From the nerves, tissue,
and even bones: all parts
of your body are affected,
including your teeth and
gums.

5. How does age affect
oral health?

6. As you age, small
changes occur over time
throughout your entire
body.

7. Cells regenerate at a
slower rate, tissues
become less elastic,
bones weaken and
become less dense.

8. Moreover, your immune
system weakens
meaning infection can
occur easily & the
healing process is
longer.

9. Dry Mouth

10. Saliva is responsible for
protecting the teeth and
gums as well as
preventing tooth decay.

11. As you age, your body
produces less and less
saliva resulting in a dry
mouth.

12. Without an
adequate amount
of saliva you are
left to deal with:-
Mouth sores
Gum disease
Tooth decay
Thrush
Difficulty tasting, chewing,
and/or swallowing

13. Medical conditions such
as stroke and diabetes
have been linked to dry
mouth in older adults as
well.

14. Gum Issues

15. One of the most
common gum-related
issues in older adults is
receding gums.

16. Receding gums occur
when the gum tissue
actually pulls away from
the tooth, leaving your
root exposed.

17. This leaves the root
susceptible to bacteria,
inflammation, and tooth
decay.

18. Brushing your teeth too
hard for a long period &
periodontal disease are
common causes of
receding gums.

19. Below are common
factors that put
older adults at risk
for gum disease:-
Inadequate brushing
and flossing
Lack of dental care
Smoking
Dry mouth
Lowered or weakened
immune system

20. Cavities

21. Cavities occur when
plaque changes sugar
and starches from food
or beverages into acid.

22. The acid then attacks the
enamel of the tooth
resulting in dental
cavities.

23. Older adults, often
those with receding
gums, are more
susceptible to
developing worsening
cavities.

24. How to protect your
oral health

25. Adequate dental care is
the only way to keep your
teeth and gums happy
and healthy.

26. This includes:-
Brush your teeth two times
per day
Floss daily
Attend regular dental
checkups
Avoid sugary food and
drinks
Do not use tobacco
products

27. Call your dentist if you
face tooth pain, swollen
or uncomfortable gums,
dry mouth, mouth
sores, discolored
patches.

28. Dental Group of Simi
Valley

29. The Dental Group of Simi
Valley is a family-owned
dental practice located in
Simi Valley, CA.

30. We provide all dental
procedures including
CEREC dentistry, cosmetic
dentistry, dental
implants, veneers, and
family dental care.

31. At the Dental Group of
Simi Valley, we can help
with all of your oral
health needs.

32. DENTAL GROUP OF SIMI VALLEY
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