We understand our older population loves the convenience of the modern world and the benefits technology provides. That’s why our Laguna Woods geriatric dentistry has online forms for our seniors to fill out and even services like emergency dentistry so the older members of our society feel safe.
We want to make sure that every member of of the public understands that we are committed to giving them excellent dental services at affordable fees. When you are a senior, it’s important to understand when you need to come and see us so here’s a few warning signs that should tell you to book an appointment:
- Periodontal disease can be an issue for anyone at any age. However when you’ve approached those golden years, it’s important to stay on top of anything that crops up including this potentially damaging gum affliction.Constant bad breath and bleeding gums are just a few of the signs that you may encounter. Gums that are red and swollen and ones that pull away from your teeth are two of the other signposts that you should be looking for. Any pus that appears between your teeth and gums should be looked at immediately.
- There are some other diseases seniors can get they can affect their oral health including diabetes. It’s important to keep in mind that people with diabetes can also have problems with gum disease. Usually, the culprit here is too much sugar.
- There are some foods that you’ll need to avoid. Candy and drinks with a lot of sugar can be damaging to your teeth even more so as you get older and you should always remember to brush after every snack.
- It’s a good idea to look at your mouth for any unusual bumps or sores that don’t go away in two weeks. If you find anything that you think is unusual, we be more than happy to have a look at it for you.
- It’s a good idea even if you have dentures to come and see us for regular checkups so we can look at the conditions of your gums.
Here’s a few interesting facts you can ponder about seniors and oral health.
If you’ve lost a few teeth, you shouldn’t feel bad. Around 75% of people over 60 have lost some of their natural teeth. Severe gum disease is a lot more common than you might think and 23% of people aged 65 to 74 have some form of it.