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As a parent, I know I have a responsibility to keep my children healthy – and that also includes good oral hygiene. No words can describe what a parent feels at seeing self-confidence in their child’s smile, but I also want to make sure they are able to chew properly for good nutrition. Watching them go through the pain of cutting their teeth the first time was a bad enough experience that I never wish to see them suffer from any kind of pain from either standard or cosmetic dentistry, especially if it can be prevented.
Check Ups
Despite regular check-ups and daily brushing and flossing, as I approached my fortieth birthday I noticed my teeth were more and more sensitive to foods with extreme temperatures, such as a bowl of ice cream or a steaming mug of vanilla cappuccino. All the good dental habits of my adult life couldn’t erase the effects of poor dental hygiene when I was younger. Even though my teeth were still bright and my smile was still dazzling, years of abuse from my childhood had a lasting effect on my gums.
When I sought out cosmetic dentistry treatments they were very knowledgeable about the reason for my pain and assured me that many adults suffer from some form of gum disease. They explained other warning signs, the causes for each, and what could happen if they were left untreated. Here are some that stuck out in my mind: Sensitive teeth are a sign that periodontal disease is causing the gums to erode.
Gum Disease
Studies show that more than half of adults will suffer some form of gum disease before reaching retirement age. As bacteria from periodontal disease builds up near the gum line, it eats into the bones that holds teeth in place which, left untreated, could cause them to become loose.
- Bleeding, painful gums are another sign of periodontal disease. When microbes grow in number, they work to loosen gum tissue. The danger here is that as gums bleed, bacteria can enter the bloodstream at that point. When this happens, it increases risk of heart disease, diabetes, and other conditions.
- Dry mouth is a sign that the mouth is not making enough saliva. Saliva is important because it has minerals that fight plaque and bacteria while strengthening enamel. Family members who do not create enough saliva may find themselves suffering from bad breath. This is also a symptom worth mentioning to your family doctor, as it is sometimes related to diseases, such as diabetes.
- Cracked or crumbling teeth could be a sign of gastroesophageal reflux disease, otherwise known as GERD. People who suffer from GERD are more likely to experience stomach acid traveling up the esophagus and entering the mouth. These acids are like poisons for teeth and can erode enamel from the surface of teeth. As childhood obesity rises, children become more at risk for this happening, just the same as adults are.
- Abscesses inside the mouth or on the gums a sign of infection. One cause is by bacteria from existing cavities that travels into the soft gums surrounding teeth. Abscessed areas could also be caused by some kind of oral trauma. Sometimes the abscess will drain automatically, but more often than not draining pus from within the infected area takes place within the dentist’s office.
- Morning headaches accompanied by flat teeth are often the result of teeth grinding. If this happens to you, it could be that you grind your teeth at night in your sleep. Your jaw might ache from being clenched hard for long periods of time during sleep. This sign is also often linked to emotional or psychological stress, so it is definitely worth a mention to your dentist.
It was Henry David Thoreau who wrote, “I silently smiled at my incessant good fortune.” I hope this article is a stroke of good fortune for you, and that your family’s next trip to the dentist’s office gives plenty of reasons to show off those beautiful smiles.
