Did you know that teeth also age?

As the years go by there is a wear and tear in our body called aging, and teeth are no exception to this rule. This degenerative process in dental structures produces different signs that vary in each person and can be affected by genetic or environmental factors. Although it is common to see these changes in older people when they reach old age, some young people who have not taken proper care of their teeth and gums may also show them.

Some of the characteristic signs of dental aging may include dental mobility, visibly shorter and worn teeth, change in color of the teeth to a yellowish tone, recession of the gums leaving part of the dental root exposed and in some cases increasing dental sensitivity, appearance of dental caries and periodontal disease, decrease in saliva production and increased risk of partial or total loss of teeth, thus producing loss of the alveolar bone of the jaws.

Inadequate oral hygiene, a diet high in carbohydrates, unhealthy lifestyle habits such as smoking and medical treatments with side effects on oral health are some of the factors that increase the risk of oral alterations and thus the appearance of signs of aging.

The main way in which we can protect our teeth from this unstoppable and normal wear that is aging is through proper oral hygiene and regular visits to the dentist to diagnose and restore any injury that is in early stages and thus not let it advance to produce considerable structural changes. It is important to emphasize that visits to the dentist should begin as soon as the infant has its first teeth to perform preventive dental cleanings and fluoride applications to reduce the risk of tooth decay. A balanced diet and stress control to avoid bruxism and therefore dental wear are also key elements that favor the control of aging factors in the oral system.

If you want to know your oral condition and the necessary treatment to rediscover the pleasure of smiling, request an appointment for an assessment and treatment plan with 3D tomography at 4010-3333, WhatsApp 7031-7979.