DENTAL TIPS
FOR
WOMEN OVER 40
Even if you've always brushed your teeth regularly & you haven't had many cavities, there are several dental challenges that may arise once you're over 40.
Changes in hormones, Menopause & Post Menopause
can have negative effects on your teeth, gums & jaw.
Black Hole Cavities | Cavities New & Old
Root Canal | Overlapping Teeth | Grinding
Gum Disease | Maintenance
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BLACK HOLE CAVITIES
- Gums recede as you age & expose sensitive roots
which don’t have enamel to protect them from decay - These cavities look like black holes at the base of the teeth
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CAVITIES NEW & OLD
- It’s not unusual for adult women who take good care of their teeth to get new cavities
- Old fillings wear out so don’t be surprised if you have them redone
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ROOT CANAL
- This procedure removes the pulp or nerve of a rotted tooth
& fills the hole - Root canals if done properly are no more painful than other dental procedures
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OVERLAPPING LOWER MIDDLE TEETH
- Women’s lower middle teeth are often forced closer together & sometimes overlap
- If the tooth in the middle breaks it can’t be replaced because the space is too small
- If you don’t take care of this you may have to have implants & a bridge
- Braces or Invisalign are alternative options instead of implants
- Make an appointment for a consultation with an Orthodontist if you see your teeth overlapping
Some flossing tools are made specifically for
teeth
that have very little space between them
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TEETH GRINDING
- May be caused by stress
- Usually happens while sleeping
- A sore jaw in the morning is a symptom
- Don't buy a sports mouth guard
- See your dentist for a dental mouth guard
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GINGIVITIS
GUM DISEASE
- There is a crevice around each tooth between the tooth & the gum
- As bacteria creep in there they cause inflammation which changes the crevices into pockets
- With time the inflammation will cause the bones, gums & connective tissue to be eaten away leaving you with less of a foundation to hold your teeth in place
- All of this incubating can also cause soreness & bleeding as well as bad breath
- Gum Disease starts well before its noticeable
- Your regular dentist & dental hygienist aren’t trained to spot problems early
- If diagnosed early gum disease can be treated effectively
- Make an appointment to see a Periodontist
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DENTAL MAINTENANCE
- Continue to have dental appointments every 6 months for a
cleaning that removes your tartar & plaque buildup - Brush & floss after every meal
TOOTHPASTE
- As you age the enamel on your teeth diminishes
- Sensodyne Pro-Enamel toothpaste with light whitener is recommended
FLOSSING
RECOMMENDATIONS
- Water Pik
- Dentek Brush
- Plackettes
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Dental Info You Want To Know
Before it's too late
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Black Hole Cavities | Cavities New & Old
Root Canal | Overlapping Teeth | Grinding
Gum Disease | Maintenance
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