Month: June 2019

Bad breath is often a sign of insufficient or ineffective oral hygiene. This condition is usually temporary and can be reversed by taking the following measures:

Key takeaways:

• Brush, floss, and use a tongue scraper on a daily basis.
• Avoid anything that could cause dry mouth, like smoking and alcohol-based mouthwashes.
• Snack on healthy foods, like fresh fruit and crunchy vegetables, as these will keep your mouth hydrated.

Having your teeth and gums professionally cleaned by a dentist is also helpful if you’re struggling with bad breath.

Read the full story here:

https://www.drmichaels.com/blog/ways-to-eliminate-bad-breath

A cracked tooth is easily spotted if the damage is big enough and if the crack is on the outside of the tooth but this is not always the case. Sometimes the crack is so small as to be almost invisible and only detectable by the dentist using specialised equipment. If a crack is not readily visible some symptoms to be aware of include:

• Pain while chewing

• Sensitivity to hot and cold

• Pain or discomfort around the teeth and gums

Cracked teeth need treating by a dentist as “leaving a cracked tooth untreated may lead to more problems” up to and including an abscess or an extraction.

Read more about cracked teeth at https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322015.php

There is no reason to sacrifice the health of your teeth and gums due to age. In fact, there are several ways in which you will be able to help ensure a bright and strong smile well into your silver years.

• Replace damaged dental work as soon as you become aware of its presence.
• Use an electric toothbrush if manual motions are impeded.
• Schedule an appointment with your dentist to obtain an oral cancer screening.

”If you’re a senior who prefers to feel and act younger than you are, you can ensure your oral health keeps up.”

Click here to obtain additional advice and suggestions:

https://www.colgate.com/en-us/oral-health/life-stages/oral-care-age-55-up/good-dental-hygiene-for-seniors-with-dental-complications-1014