Seniors With Dental Dry Mouth In The West Broward County, Ft Lauderdale, Coral Springs, Lauderhill and Tamarac Florida Area Can Now Be Helped at Alan J Bussell DDS.

Dr. Alan J Bussell

6269 North University Drive = Tamarac FL = 33321 = (954) 721-2330

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Dr. Bussell feels that good habits of effective daily brushing, diet, and use of fluoride will help the aging person adapt to changing conditions. Reduced salivary flow and addition of medications will affect oral health dramatically.

Changes of the teeth and gums:
Dr. Bussell has noted that teeth will darken because of long-term exposure to plaque and changes in the dentin within the tooth. The gums may recede and uncover the roots. Exposed roots will be darker than the enamel part of the tooth and are prone to decay. Fillings can decay and darken, too, as they weaken over time.

"Dry Mouth" may develop: Saliva is useful to lubricate, wash away plaque, and neutralize the acid produced by plaque. Flow of saliva can be reduced by a medical disorder or be a side effect of antihistamine, decongestants, pain killers or diuretics.

The build-up of plaque will accelerate tooth decay. There will also be more gum infection which will cause a loss of bone support for the teeth. Poorly-fitting or poorly-cleaned dentures, illness, and some medications increase the severity of the problem.

For more information regarding dental problems of the elderly, please call Alan J Bussell DDS at (954) 721-2330 today.

Dr. Alan J Bussell

Dental health care for seniors

Dental Health For Seniors In Tamarac Florida and the surrounding West Broward County - Ft Lauderdale - Coral Springs - Lauderhill FL areas.

Dental Health For Seniors
In Tamarac Florida and the surrounding
West Broward County - Ft Lauderdale - Coral Springs - Lauderhill FL areas.