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Your body goes through a lot of changes as you get older. Your\nhair stars turning gray, your memory becomes not as reliable as it used to be,\nand your hearing fades. But did you know that all sorts of changes occur in\nyour mouth as well? Read more as a dentist in Center, TX talks about the ways\nyour smile<\/a> changes\nwith the aging process. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Your Teeth Become Yellower <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The outer layer of your teeth, called the enamel, is what\ngives your teeth their white color. As you get older, this layer gradually\nerodes from the daily wear and tear of chewing, exposing the layer underneath, called\ndentin. Dentin is closer to yellow in color, so it can make your teeth appear stained\nor discolored. Fortunately, this can easily be fixed with professional teeth whitening\nfrom your dentist. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Your Gums Might Recede<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Have you ever heard someone say that a person is \u201clong in\nthe tooth\u201d when describing an older person? We use this as a euphemism for looking\nold because your likelihood of developing gum disease increases as you age, and\none symptom of gum disease is a receding gumline. More often than not, gum\ndisease can be prevented by establishing a diligent oral hygiene routine, including\ndaily brushing and flossing and regular six-month dental checkups. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. You May Get Dry Mouth <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As you age, you are more likely to get dry mouth, a\ncondition where your mouth has an inadequate supply of saliva. Because saliva\nrinses your mouth out of leftover bits of food that attract harmful bacteria, dry\nmouth increases your risk of tooth decay. To combat this, sip water frequently\nthroughout the day. You could also suck on sugarless candy or chew sugar-free\ngum. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. You Might Get Sensitive Teeth <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Worn-down enamel, gum disease, and tooth decay can all\nincrease the risk of your teeth becoming sensitive to sweet, hot, cold, or acidic\nfoods and beverages. It might even be uncomfortable if you brush your teeth too\naggressively. The best way to deal with this issue is to brush and floss regularly.\nIf the problem persists, your dentist can suggest a special toothpaste or\nprescribe a fluoride treatment to alleviate your discomfort. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Your Teeth May Shift <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With increased age comes decreased jawbone density, which\ncan result in crowded teeth, gapped, or generally crooked teeth. Your upper and\nlower jaws might not line up like they used to, leading to habits like teeth\ngrinding and jaw clenching. Luckily, these problems can often be corrected with\northodontic treatment like braces or Invisalign. Minor issues like small gaps\nmight even be able to be fixed with direct bonding, crowns, or porcelain\nveneers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The main takeaway here is that you should take better care\nof your pearly whites as you age to prevent these problems from developing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr.\nThomas Youngblood<\/a> graduated with his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in\n2002 from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. His professional\nmemberships include the American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association,\nEast Texas Dental Society, and an Affiliate of the American Academy of Pediatric\nDentistry. His practice offers all sorts of cosmetic dentistry options to\ncorrect issues in your smile that might arise as you age. For more information,\ncontact<\/a> his Center, TX\npractice at (936) 427-9070. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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