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Aging and Dental Health (Geriatrics)

Posted on August 19, 2016August 22, 2016 by Dr. Dana Walters

White smile When you think of geriatrics, dental health may not come to mind. However, seniors often face oral issues that can affect their dental health and their overall health. If you are a senior, geriatric dentistry is an essential part of your health care priorities.

Why Seniors Need Dental Care. Similar to individuals in younger age groups, seniors are at risk of cavities, gum disease, root decay, and tooth loss. If you want to retain your natural teeth for the rest of your life, you need to prioritize home oral care, and make regular visits to the dentist. Professional cleanings can reduce your risk of developing these issues.

Unlike healthy young people, seniors are prone to dry mouth. This can increase your risk of tooth loss and bad breath. Although drinking water and chewing gum can prevent dry mouth, your dentist may have additional advice.
Dental Health And Your Overall Health. Oral health issues can do more than ruin your teeth. Poor oral health can also contribute to medical issues. Geriatric dental care can prevent diabetes, stroke, and heart problems. Your risk of these conditions can be decreased when you have professional cleanings on a regular basis. Your teeth can be free from plaque, and your mouth can be free from dangerous bacteria.
Seniors And Dental Work. Even if you do not wear dentures, you may have some type of dental work that should be checked regularly. If you have crowns or caps, a dental bridge, or fillings, regular checkups will keep your dental work in excellent condition. It will last longer, perform better, and be more useful for you.
Geriatric dentistry means not needing to choose between your dental health and your overall health. You can have both with regular visits to your dentist. You can have a healthy smile and good health throughout your senior years.

Tooth Whitening: A Gift Of Beauty For Mother’s Day

Posted on May 7, 2015 by Dr. Dana Walters

You love your mom, and appreciate everything she has done for you. This year, you can give her something different for Mother’s Day. You can give her a gift of beauty that she will truly enjoy.

When women have beautiful teeth, it does wonders for their confidence and self-esteem. If your mom’s teeth are not as nice as they were in the past, it may affect the way she thinks and feels about herself. Whether it is natural aging or poor dental habits, she may not be smiling as much as she did before.

You can surprise your mother with a gift that will transform her appearance. What a wonderful surprise it will be when she learns you have made an appointment for Dana Walters DDS Tooth Whitening service.

The time your mom is at Dr. Walters’ office will be a good experience. She will be delighted to find her teeth can be as white and bright as when she was young. In addition to giving her a more youthful appearance, sparkling white teeth are a sign of good health.

If your mom prefers dental care in the privacy of her own home, this is an easy option. She can ask her dentist to prepare trays for home teeth whitening. The whitening solution and trays are simple to use, and completely safe.

The tooth whitening program your mother prefers is her own personal choice. She can make the decision after discussing it with the dentist. However, as Mother’s Day is approaching, you should not hesitate to choose this gift for mom.

Whether she is a stay-at-home mom or has a career, a bright smile can make a difference. You want her to feel extra special on Mother’s Day, so you want to give her something that is much different from gifts you have given her in the past. You can show your mom how much she means to you by giving her something she may not have thought of herself.

She may not stop smiling when she has this gift of beauty. You can skip flowers and candy this year, and give her a gift with long-lasting results.

Your Toothbrush and Your Oral Hygiene

Posted on May 27, 2014May 27, 2014 by Dr. Dana Walters

It’s time to get a new toothbrush, and when you’re browsing through the oral care aisle you see many different options to choose from. Any toothbrush will do, right? Wrong! One of the first mistakes that many people make with brushing originates back to the very selection of the toothbrush. Through no fault of their own, most people are uneducated in how to select the toothbrush that fits them the best. Here are some helpful things to have in mind when selecting your toothbrush.

Remember to think about the size of your mouth as you browse through toothbrush options. If you feel like your toothbrush is too large to fit into your mouth easily and comfortably, that’s a sign that the brush is too big to use comfortably, and it’s most likely too big to effectively clean your teeth as well. The main idea is that the more comfortably it fits in your mouth, and the more comfortable it feels when you hold it, the better chance that it’s the right size for you.

What about the bristles? If the toothbrush’s bristles are too stiff, it can irritate your gums. It’s typically better to opt for softer bristles. Try to find a toothbrush with bristles that are sturdy enough to remove plaque, but not so sturdy that it feels painful on the gums or your teeth.

It’s hard to know how your brush will feel before it’s out of the package, and it may take a little trial and error, but keep these thoughts in mind when it’s time to buy your next toothbrush. If the last one you purchased was comfortable to use, left your teeth feeling clean, and didn’t leave you in pain, it was probably a good fit. We’re always more than happy to help our patients in Hilliard and Upper Arlington, Ohio narrow down their toothbrush selection and offer helpful tips on general oral hygiene!