It’s important to take excellent care of your teeth and gums no matter how old you are. But as with the rest of your body parts, age can take a toll on them. Due to natural wear and tear, senior citizens need to pay extra attention to their oral health.
At the office of Above & Beyond Dentistry & Implants, our skilled professionals are experts at treating patients of all ages. We provide all of our patients with treatments needed to maintain excellent oral health. Your care and comfort are our top priorities.
Older adults should monitor these dental concerns.
Tooth decay
Even toddlers can get cavities, but seniors are particularly at risk because decades of use weakens tooth enamel, which promotes cavities.
Gum disease
At the same time, gum recession leaves root surfaces vulnerable to decay. Left untreated, the decay infects the tissues and bones that encircle the teeth. It starts as gingivitis (swollen, red or bleeding gums) and progresses to periodontitis (receded gums and worn away bone). Still left untreated, teeth might loosen or fall out. About 66 percent of adults who are 65 and older have gum disease. And here’s a disturbing statistic from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: 34 percent of Americans 65 and older have lost six or more teeth to gum disease and tooth decay.
Dry mouth
Reduced saliva production, specific medications or certain persistent conditions can lead to dry mouth, which ups the risk of cavities. Talk to your dentist for ways to replenish moisture in your mouth and your physician to find a medication or dosage that won’t dry up your saliva.
Oral cancer
It’s always more treatable when found in its early stages, before it’s had a chance to metastasize. Pain isn’t a common early symptom, so regular dental checkups are crucial.
Learn about oral health issues as you age, and talk to your dentist about how to keep your teeth strong and healthy. Above & Beyond Dentistry & Implants provides premium care. For more information, please don’t hesitate to call us today for an appointment. We look forward to finding out how we can help you.
Highly recommend Above and Beyond! Dr Low, Jessi, Lisa/front office are an amazing team, dedicated to taking great care of their patients. Clearly a quality patient centric practice you can have confidence in!
Going to the dentist is rarely something you look forward to, however Dr. Low and his team do a fantastic job of making sure it's not something you have to dread. Over five years of service, I've received root canals, fillings, crowns, deep root scaling - you name it; and not only has all of the work held strong, the experience was the best I've had anywhere. The staff treats you like family, and they're always friendly, personable, and concerned for your comfort. Hard to imagine there's anywhere better in Clark County
I've being going to Above & Beyond for many years now and continue to get amazing service. The recepetionists, hygienists, and Dr. Low are professional and very friendly. They explain questions or concerns thoroughly and I have never felt pressured when making decisions.
Amazing team who really keep my personal goals of quality care in prolonging the life of my teeth and setting attainable goals to get them back to great health. They paid close attention to my hopes of keeping it affordable since I’m a single mom of one, my teeth have been the last of my priorities for the last three years due to finances. Thank you Above & Beyond Dentistry & Implants! Looking forward to a life long relationship with you all.
Dr. Low and his staff care about their patients and make you feel comfortable during your time with them. They make your dental experience as painless as possible.
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