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Oral health is the
window to overall health.
Research has shown that
infections in the mouth may be
associated with heart disease,
stroke, diabetes and other health
problems that are common in
older adults.
Sources
Bacteria often enter the body
through the mouth. With poor
oral care, infections progress
faster.
American Dental Association
www.ADA.org
American Dental Hygienist Association
www.ADHA.org
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
www.CDC .gov
Washington State Dental Association
www.WSDA.org
Oral Health for
Geriatric Clients
Dental Decay and
Gum Disease
• Dental decay is #1 cause of tooth
loss for adults
• 50% of people over 65 have lost
their teeth from dental decay
Stop Dental Decay and Gum Disease:
• Brush and Floss Daily
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• Limit processed sugar and betweenmeal snacks
• Visit Dentist for routine check-up
• Abnormal color or shape
anywhere in the mouth
• Oral cancer
• Removable appliances
• Combination of bacteria and
sugary food causes dental decay
• Infection
Signs of Gum Disease:
• Red, bleeding, and/or swollen gums
• Bad Breath
Dry mouth is a common side effect
• Mobility of the teeth
Most common areas for oral lesions:
of medications used to treat
• Tooth sensitivity caused by receding
• Lateral borders of the tongue
systemic conditions. Dry mouth
gums
increases the risk of developing
• Abscessed teeth
dental decay.
• Tooth loss
• Under the tongue
• Floor of the mouth
• Throat area