In the later years of life, caring for your teeth needs to be a top priority. Your teeth should last you a lifetime – and we’re here to help make that a possibility with our geriatric dentistry services. We have multiple treatment options available for any circumstance and are here to make sure you get the best and most affordable care.
With regular care and attention to your oral health, you can help prevent expensive procedures and have confidence in your smile.
Caring For Your Teeth As A Senior
As you get older it may become more difficult to care for your teeth and they may require extra attention. The chances of periodontal disease and decay become more prevalent, so having good oral hygiene habits and routines is very important.
You always want to ensure that you are brushing your teeth twice a day, flossing once a day, having professional dental cleanings done as needed, and staying on top of any necessary dental procedures, such as getting cavities filled. You’ll want to watch for any changes in your mouth, as your risk of oral cancer increases the older that you get. If you suffer from dry mouth, your doctor and your dentist will be able to diagnose the cause and suggest appropriate treatment options.
Here at Central Davis Dental, we care deeply about ensuring that each and every one of our patients knows how to care for their teeth. When you come in for an appointment, we’ll happily answer any questions that you may have about your oral health and provide you with personalized advice for your specific needs.
The Truth About Dentures
Dentures are removable replacements for missing teeth and the surrounding tissue. You can get either complete dentures or partial dentures, depending on whether or not you still have some of your natural teeth.
Dentures can match your smile and bite. This can help with many different problems, from improving your self-confidence to improving speech that missing teeth may have impaired. Dentures can also help with chewing.
In order to determine whether or not dentures are an option for you, and if they are, what the ideal type of dentures would be for you, schedule an appointment with one of our dentists here at Central Davis Dental. We can advise you on the ideal steps to take for your oral health and what services would be appropriate to address your concerns.
How Oral Health Affects Your Overall Health
The older you get, the more oral health problems you’re at risk for. Unfortunately, not only do these issues affect your mouth, they can also impact your health as a whole.
For example, if not controlled, the bacteria in your mouth can enter into your bloodstream and affect other parts of your body. As seen with gum disease that was left untreated, this can result in increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, respiratory ailments, and even Alzheimer’s. Dental problems can also lead to depression, lack of focus, and loss of appetite.
Conversely, if you maintain good oral health, then this can improve your overall health. It can increase your self-esteem and mood, as well as decrease your risk for certain health issues, such as heart disease and diabetes. It is always important to try to be as health-conscious as possible, but even more so the older that you get.
Geriatric Dentistry Services
Some of the most common geriatric dentistry services that we here at Central Davis Dental provide include the following:
- Cleanings
- Fluoride treatment
- Fillings
- Root canals
- Crowns
- Bridges
- Veneers
- Implants
- Dentures
- Extractions
- Night guards
Don’t hesitate to contact us in order to learn more about how we can help you stay healthy by taking care of your teeth! In addition to geriatric dentistry services, we also provide adult dentistry, teenage dentistry, and pediatric dentistry, as well as cosmetic services, such as teeth whitening.
We here at Central Davis Dental look forward to helping you stay happy and healthy with our caring, compassionate, and gentle dental services, no matter what stage of life you’re in.