What You Need To Know About Oral Health Changes That Occur Later In Life

Posted on: 16 November 2016

Are you approaching the age of 60? If so, you are likely concerned about preserving your health. Some seniors fail to understand the importance of their dental health. The following are a few dental changes you might experience as you age. Dry Mouth Hormonal imbalance happens to many people as they age. These imbalances can change a number of bodily functions. This is why some people start to notice that they have frequent bouts of dry mouth.
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Your Guide To Impacted Wisdom Teeth

Posted on: 27 October 2016

Wisdom teeth are the third set of molars to grow in, typically in adolescence and young adulthood. Unfortunately, these teeth are the most likely to become impacted as they grow in. When a tooth is impacted, this means that it has grown in sideways or tilted. Ultimately, it is positioned incorrectly because it does not have enough room to grow in properly. Sometimes this is painless, and sometimes it is incredibly difficult to endure.
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3 Ways Seniors Can Benefit From Cosmetic Dentistry

Posted on: 7 October 2016

If you are a senior, you may think of cosmetic dentistry as various treatments reserved for younger patients. However, cosmetic dentistry serves many purposes that can improve your quality of life at any age. If your teeth are beginning to weaken and shift with age, you should consider some of the many benefits that cosmetic dentistry can offer you.  A More Youthful Facial Structure  When teeth fall out or are removed, the bone structure in your jaw will slowly deteriorate, causing a sunken, hollow appearance in your cheeks.
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Lost A Lot Of Teeth Suddenly? Partial Dentures Can Protect Your Appearance

Posted on: 6 October 2016

If you were in an accident (such as a car crash) that caused you to lose a large number of teeth on the top or bottom, you need to get them replaced as soon as you can. Failure to do so will change the way you look and can be hard to repair afterward. Partial dentures are probably your best option for avoiding this problem. Tooth Loss Will Affect The Shape Of Your Face
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