oral health

HOW TO Take CARE OF MY ORAL HEALTH after 55? :

HOW TO Take CARE OF MY ORAL HEALTH after 55?

Factors That Affect Oral Health :

Factors That Affect Oral Health Systemic Diseases Medications Xerostomia Daily Diet Oral Cancer Environmental Factors Oral hygiene

Systemic Diseases:

Systemic Diseases Affects a number of organs and tissues, or affects the body as a whole Hypertension (140/80 mm Hg) Diabetes (70-130 mg/dl) Osteoporosis Kidney Disease

Medication:

Medication Antihistamines Decongestants Pain killers High blood pressure medications Antidepressants Diuretics Dry mouth, gum tissue overgrowth, or soft-tissue reactions may occur when using medication

Xerostomia:

Xerostomia Most commonly known as dry mouth Temporary due to medications Permanent (Sjogren’s Syndrome)

Lack Of Proper Diet:

Lack Of Proper Diet Low dietary intake of calcium and vitamin D is the leading factor for osteoporosis Osteoporosis can be associated with the loss of dental bone (Periodontitis) Foods high in carbohydrates, sugars and starches contribute to the production of plaque Plaque can cause cavities (Dental Caries)

Oral Health Issues:

Oral Health Issues Gingivitis Inflammation and infection of the gums Periodontitis Inflammation around the tooth characterized by the destruction of the bone and connective tissue that hold the teeth in place

Signs of Troubled Oral Health:

Signs of Troubled Oral Health Persistent bad breath Red or swollen gums Tender or bleeding gums Loose teeth Sensitive teeth Receding gum or longer appearing teeth

Oral Cancer:

Oral Cancer Type of Cancer Found in: The lips, usually the lower lip The back of the throat, the tonsils, tongue or salivary glands Whose At Risk: Highest risk are people over 40 years and older with lifestyle risk factors such as alcohol and tobacco use

Signs and Symptoms:

Signs and Symptoms A sore on the lips, gums or inside of your mouth that bleeds easily and doesn't heal A lump or thickening in the cheek that you can feel with your tongue Loss of feeling or numbness in any part of your mouth White or red patches on the gums, tongue or inside of the mouth Difficulty chewing or swallowing food Soreness or unexplained pain in your mouth A feeling that something is caught in your throat with no known cause Swelling of the jaw causing dentures to fit poorly Change in voice

Prevention is the Key:

Prevention is the Key Head and neck examination Oral Cancer screenings (when visiting the dentist or oral hygienist) Address dentist about ill fitting dentures Self awareness about changes Healthy habits (no smoking/alcohol)

Environmental Factors:

Environmental Factors Stress Alcohol Smoking and chewing tobacco

Oral Hygiene:

Oral Hygiene Lack of strength to firmly hold the handle of the toothbrush Difficulty in squeezing a tube of toothpaste Floss unlikely to be performed when loss of dexterity is present Dementia or frailty contributes to patients forgetting to brush their teeth or do oral hygiene Physical Impairment or Illness Contribute to Dental Issues in Older Adults

Toothbrush Handle Aids:

Toothbrush Handle Aids

Oral Hygiene:

Oral Hygiene Brush your teeth twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste Floss every day Mouth rinse Take care of dental appliances (dentures) Visit the dentist routinely for a check up and professional cleaning

Flossing:

Flossing

Slide 17:

Get a new toothbrush with soft bristles every 3 months, after a contagious illness, or when the bristles are worn.

Additional Oral Aids:

Additional Oral Aids Electrical Toothbrush Water irrigators Interdental Cleaners Oral lubricants

Denture Care :

Denture Care

Denture Care :

Denture Care

Denture Care :

Denture Care

Denture Care :

Denture Care

Denture Care :

Denture Care

Denture Care :

Denture Care

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