In general, not only for young people but of all ages, maintaining healthy teeth is extremely necessary to ensure general health, improve quality of life and keep a beautiful smile.
According to BS. Rima B. Sehl, New York University School of Dentistry: “The first thing that seniors need to understand (about maintaining oral health) is that getting older doesn’t mean losing teeth. Teeth are lost because of disease, not because we age.”
Tooth decay
Tooth decay is often associated with children, but the American Dental Association reports that “the risk of tooth decay increases with age.” One reason is because dry mouth can cause tooth decay, and dry mouth is a common side effect of many medications used to treat chronic age-related illnesses.
Profit loss
The biggest reason for receding gums is inadequate oral hygiene. Simply brushing your teeth with a soft-bristled toothbrush twice a day and flossing daily can relieve this.
Because if you don’t clean your teeth enough, it can lead to tartar buildup under the gums, causing inflammation (gingivitis) and gum disease (periodontitis).
Receding gums can cause pain and is also the source of the condition “long teeth”.
The structure of the mouth changes
Stuart Frost, an orthodontist in Mesa, Arizona explains that in addition to an increased risk of tooth decay, inflammation, and infection, the structure of our mouth and teeth can change as we age. Because over time, the bony structure of the mouth and face can shift and the damage is a simple consequence of gravity.
“As we age, gravity prevails and the skin on the face tends to sag, the upper lip gets longer, and the dental arches of the upper and lower jaws tend to tighten or tighten,” says Dr. Frost said. “Because of the narrow arch, the teeth become more cramped and then we don’t have much facial support.”
This accumulating process usually begins in your late 30s or 40s, and over time, it can lead to pain, difficulty cleaning your teeth and affecting your smile.
