Dentist in Joondalup: “Take Care of Your Teeth After 50.”
Announcement posted by 1300 Great Smile 10 Oct 2016
Dentist in Joondalup reveals why it is even more important to take care of teeth after 50 years of age.
Joondalup, WA, 10 October 2016 - Sometimes when people turn 50 years of age, a sense of fatalism hits them. This can manifest in a lot of different ways. When it comes to one’s teeth, it can seem less important to take care of them because “they will be gone soon anyway” or some other negative thought.
In reality, nothing could be further from the truth. According to dental health professionals, in some ways it is even more important to maintain good oral health over 50.
Why Maintaining Good Oral Health is So Important for People Over 50
As people age, the consequences of bad oral health become more apparent. A majority of Australians eventually need dentures as they near the end of their lives. The older a person is, the more traumatic it is to have the remainder of one’s teeth pulled. The risk of infection increases and the body is less able to fight it.
In addition, neglecting oral health can lead to gum disease. Gum disease has been shown in many studies to cause increases in heart attacks, strokes, dementia and even diabetes. This is due to the bacteria that starts from dental plaque, infects the gums and then enters the bloodstream.
The most common and “entry level” form of gum disease is called “gingivitis.” The basic symptoms are swollen, red and/or bleeding gums. If left untreated, the patient can become infected in the pockets between teeth and gums.
This can necessitate the removal of teeth and can produce the need for dentures or dental implants. This happens because the bacteria weaken the bone in the jaw, causing teeth and bone to deteriorate.
Trouble With Brushing
Often, patients over 50 have conditions such as arthritis that can make it hard to brush or floss. A dentist can find solutions that make it easier to brush and floss, even with limited reach or mobility.
An electric toothbrush is a great solution for those who have trouble with the repetitive back and forth motion of brushing teeth.
The Best Strategy
Dr Roy Sarmidi is a dentist for 1300 Great Smile in Joondalup. According to Dr Sarmidi: “The best things you can do at home to promote great oral health at any age is to brush twice a day and floss at least once a day. But it is just as important to visit a dentist at least twice a year when you are over 50.”
Dr Sarmidi concluded: We can nip problems in the bud and keep you smiling with your own teeth indefinitely. Regular visits to the dentist can be the difference between keeping your own teeth and having dentures.”
1300 Great Smile has two dentist office locations in Joondalup. They are open long hours during the week and are also open shorter hours on the weekends. They always have an emergency dentist on hand. They offer a wide array of dental services such as dental implants, dentures, sedation dentistry and more. They pride themselves on treating guests like family and in a highly professional manner. To learn more or to make an appointment, call 1300 473 287 or visit their website today: http://www.1300greatsmile.com.au/.
In reality, nothing could be further from the truth. According to dental health professionals, in some ways it is even more important to maintain good oral health over 50.
Why Maintaining Good Oral Health is So Important for People Over 50
As people age, the consequences of bad oral health become more apparent. A majority of Australians eventually need dentures as they near the end of their lives. The older a person is, the more traumatic it is to have the remainder of one’s teeth pulled. The risk of infection increases and the body is less able to fight it.
In addition, neglecting oral health can lead to gum disease. Gum disease has been shown in many studies to cause increases in heart attacks, strokes, dementia and even diabetes. This is due to the bacteria that starts from dental plaque, infects the gums and then enters the bloodstream.
The most common and “entry level” form of gum disease is called “gingivitis.” The basic symptoms are swollen, red and/or bleeding gums. If left untreated, the patient can become infected in the pockets between teeth and gums.
This can necessitate the removal of teeth and can produce the need for dentures or dental implants. This happens because the bacteria weaken the bone in the jaw, causing teeth and bone to deteriorate.
Trouble With Brushing
Often, patients over 50 have conditions such as arthritis that can make it hard to brush or floss. A dentist can find solutions that make it easier to brush and floss, even with limited reach or mobility.
An electric toothbrush is a great solution for those who have trouble with the repetitive back and forth motion of brushing teeth.
The Best Strategy
Dr Roy Sarmidi is a dentist for 1300 Great Smile in Joondalup. According to Dr Sarmidi: “The best things you can do at home to promote great oral health at any age is to brush twice a day and floss at least once a day. But it is just as important to visit a dentist at least twice a year when you are over 50.”
Dr Sarmidi concluded: We can nip problems in the bud and keep you smiling with your own teeth indefinitely. Regular visits to the dentist can be the difference between keeping your own teeth and having dentures.”
1300 Great Smile has two dentist office locations in Joondalup. They are open long hours during the week and are also open shorter hours on the weekends. They always have an emergency dentist on hand. They offer a wide array of dental services such as dental implants, dentures, sedation dentistry and more. They pride themselves on treating guests like family and in a highly professional manner. To learn more or to make an appointment, call 1300 473 287 or visit their website today: http://www.1300greatsmile.com.au/.