4. Problem
 Tooth decay (cavities)– tooth decay
ruins the enamel that covers and
protect your teeth.
Prevention
 Flouride is just as helpful for adults
as is for children. Using flouride
toothpaste and mouth rinse can help
protect your teeth.

5. problem
 Gum diseases (sometimes called
periodontal or gingival disease) - are
infections that harm the gum and bone
that hold teeth in place.
Prevention
 Brush your teeth twice a day ( with a
flouride toothpaste)
 Floss once a day
 Make regular visit to your dentist for a
check up and cleaning
 Eat a well-balanced diet

6.  May basin sa tabi
 Turn patient on his side
 Basin sa cheek or under chin
 Call for help

7.  It essential
 Dentures should fit properly
 Visit a dentist
 Frequent mouthwashing
 Water should be given in frequent small
quantities
 Should be on the side

8. problem
 Dry mouth - dry mouth happens when
salivary glands don’t work properly. This
can make it hard to eat, swallow, taste and
even speak.
Prevention
 To prevent the dryness, drink extra water.
Cut back on sugary snacks, drinks that have
caffeine or alcohol, and tobacco. Your
dentist or doctor also might suggest that
you keep your mouth wet by using artificial
saliva, which you can get from most drug
stores. Some people benefit from sucking
hard candy.

9. Problem
 Oral cancer - If you have trouble with swelling,
numbness, sores, or lumps in your mouth, or if it
becomes hard for you to chew, swallow, or move your
jaw or tongue. These problems could be signs of oral
cancer.
Prevention
 If you have trouble with swelling, numbness, sores, or
lumps in your mouth, or if it becomes hard for you
to chew, swallow, or move your jaw or tongue. These
problems could be signs of oral cancer.
 If you have trouble with swelling, numbness, sores, or
lumps in your mouth, or if it becomes hard for you
to chew, swallow, or move your jaw or tongue. These
problems could be signs of oral cancer.