Senior Dental Care

“The team (everyone that I met) were fantastic, they were fun relaxed and professional all at the same time. I have been to my share of dentists and the care here is one of the best I have experienced.”

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We provide affordable & comfortable dental care for seniors.

Senior dental care is crucial to healthy ageing. While most people know the importance of regular medical check-ups as they age, many don’t realize that senior dental care is just as important.

Dental treatment differs for seniors due to potential medical conditions or an increase in medications. These changes drastically affect both the dental treatment itself and the outcome. Our goal is to ensure each and every one of our senior patients feel as safe and comfortable as possible before, during, and after their dental treatment.

Why is dental care for seniors important?

As you age, you are at an increased risk of oral health issues such as dry mouth, tooth decay, and gum disease. This is a major cause for concern because your oral health has a significant impact on the rest of your physical health. Maintaining good oral hygiene is one of the smartest things you can do for your overall health and wellbeing. We take dental care for seniors seriously, here's why:

Periodontal Disease

Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is an active bacterial infection in your mouth. Countless studies have linked it to other chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and pneumonia. In fact, patients with chronic gum disease are almost twice as likely to suffer from heart disease as those with healthy gums.

Blood Clots

Chronic gum disease results in a lot of harmful bacteria in your mouth. As a result, you are more susceptible to developing blood clots. In addition, this increases your risk of a stroke.

Tooth Loss

As you get older, poor oral hygiene can lead to tooth loss. Missing teeth can impact your nutrition. Therefore, it becomes challenging to maintain a balanced and healthy diet.

Dry Mouth

Many medications commonly prescribed to seniors can cause dry mouth. This condition can contribute to the development of cavities and other oral concerns.

Our Senior Dental Care Treatments

From checkups to denture fittings, we offer an extensive range of senior dental care services including:

Denture Service

We fabricate high-quality prostheses for complete dentures, single dentures, and partial dentures. In addition, we offer relines, repairs and adjustments.

Examination & Treatment

To provide quality dental care for seniors, we encourage our patients to come in for regular checkups. During your examination, we check for gum disease, cavities, loose fillings, broken teeth, and infections. Plus, we keep an eye out for signs of other problems that could affect your general health.

Cleaning

Regular cleanings will help you maintain a healthy, white smile. Our dental hygienist scrapes away any tartar that could otherwise cause gum disease. Thereafter, a member of our dental team will polish your teeth.

Dental Advice

We are here for our patients in every way possible. All patients are encouraged to share any questions or concerns with us. We are more than happy to provide advice on how to maintain your oral health care.

Senior Dentistry Benefits

Good oral hygiene and quality senior dental care offer many benefits. Here are just some of the benefits associated with taking good care of your teeth:

1. Decreased Risk Of Developing Gum Disease

Did you know that gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in seniors? You can decrease your risk of developing periodontal disease significantly by:

Brushing and flossing your teeth every day
Avoiding harmful substances such as tobacco
Regularly visiting a dentist for checkups and cleanings
Eliminating dry mouth

Doctors used to believe that dry mouth was a natural part of the ageing process, but today we know that isn’t true. Older healthy adults should not have issues with saliva production. Dry mouth can make it hard to eat, swallow, taste and speak. Plus, it increases the risk of tooth decay and infection. To prevent dry mouth, drink water and avoid sugary snacks, caffeinated and alcoholic drinks, as well as tobacco.

2. Reduced Risk Of Oral Cancer

Oral cancer rates are much higher in adults over the age of 40. Regular dental checkups are crucial to catch cancer early on.

3. Fewer Cavities

Cavities (dental caries) can occur at any age, but the incidence of cavities in patients over 60 years old is twice that of a 30-year-old. Therefore, it is even more important to brush and floss your teeth twice daily. In addition, make regular visits to your dentist for checkups and cleanings.

4. Maintain Whiter Teeth

As you age, your teeth may inevitably lose their shine, allowing a darker yellow dentin to show through. Senior dental care helps you maintain whiter teeth and reverse damages caused by a lifetime of consuming stain-causing foods and drinks or engaging in habits like smoking and poor dental care. Keep your teeth white and healthy by brushing and flossing regularly, maintaining a well-balanced diet, and getting routine cleanings.

FAQs

Most of our dental services are covered by dental insurance. However, this will depend on the plan. If you provide us with your insurance plan details, our team will be happy to look up whether or not you have dental services covered.

Yes, we provide dental sedation for any patient that is medically fit and approved after a consultation.

Most people choose to go to their regular general dentist for dentures and partials. Or, you can elect to see a prosthodontist, who is a dental expert that specializes in reconstructive treatments. Your dentist will also work closely with a lab for the denture fabrication and design, so it’s important to ask your dentist about which lab technicians that they work with. It’s fine to also ask to see pictures of example dentures they’ve created in the past so that you know a bit more of what to expect.

Your dentist will want to help you maintain as many of your natural teeth as possible. So, if you’re set on extracting all of your teeth, the best dentist might recommend avoiding any unnecessary tooth removal. Instead, they might suggest a partial denture that clasps into place around the teeth you’re able to retain.

Make sure you ask your dentist if implant-supported dentures are an option. If they only provide one type of denture design in their office, it could benefit you to get a second opinion from a dentist in Calgary who offers various dentures to choose from.

About The Caring Dentists of Macleod Trail Dental

Our dentists use their expertise in general and cosmetic dentistry to provide the best, most caring care possible. They love answering dental questions and finding the right solutions for all of our patients. If you need a new dentist in SW Calgary that you can trust, Macleod Trail Dental is here to help!

Seniors Dental Care In Calgary

We provide affordable & comfortable dental care for seniors.