{"id":181,"date":"2018-04-03T18:59:24","date_gmt":"2018-04-03T18:59:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.painesvilledentalgroup.com\/blog\/?p=181"},"modified":"2018-04-24T19:38:24","modified_gmt":"2018-04-24T19:38:24","slug":"dentist-5","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.painesvilledentalgroup.com\/blog\/dentist-5\/","title":{"rendered":"A Dentist Gives 3 Tips For a Healthy Smile as You Age!"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Smiling<\/a>Everything changes with age. Some of those changes are positive, like the maturity and wisdom that comes with decades of life experience. Other changes are a little tougher to deal with, like cranky knees and higher insurance premiums!<\/p>\n

With all the changes that happen in later years, your mouth is no exception. Keep reading to learn about three easy tips from a dentist that will keep your smile healthy and beautiful well into your golden years!<\/p>\n

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Counteract Dry Mouth<\/h2>\n

One very common side effect of many prescription medications is dry mouth. In addition to feeling uncomfortable, this condition can negatively impact your teeth.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s because saliva does more than just keep your mouth moist. It washes away plaque and food debris, naturally keeping your mouth clean. It also neutralizes the acids produced in the mouth after meals that can cause cavities.<\/p>\n

Without the beneficial effects of saliva, the risk for getting cavities is much, much higher!<\/p>\n

Chew sugar-free gum, drink a lot of water to stay hydrated, and minimize sugars in your diet. Your dentist can also prescribe a high fluoride toothpaste to counteract the effects of dry mouth that can make a big difference!<\/p>\n

Take Great Care of Your Denture<\/h2>\n

If you have partial or full dentures, you\u2019ll want to take extra care to keep them looking and feeling great for as long as possible.<\/p>\n

Here are some easy ways to do that:<\/p>\n