How does dry mouth affect oral health?
It increases the risk of cavities, gum disease, mouth sores, and fungal infections, and can cause difficulty in speaking, swallowing, and wearing dentures.
It increases the risk of cavities, gum disease, mouth sores, and fungal infections, and can cause difficulty in speaking, swallowing, and wearing dentures.
Dentist
Dr. Susan R. Pan, DDS, is a highly qualified dentist with a long-standing engagement in the field since 1986. She was a recipient of the Dr. Gerald Z Wright Award for graduating first in her class at Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, University of Western Ontario. Additionally, she worked as a clinical instructor for new dentists at the University of Western Ontario’s School of Dentistry and graduated from the Dental School of Sun Yat-Sen University of Medical Sciences. Dr. Pan has received recognition for her exceptional work, as she was consecutively awarded the Diamond Winner for the Readers’ Choice of their Favorite Dentist by the Hamilton Spectator in 2014 and 2015, and was nominated for the same title multiple times in 2007, 2010, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017.
Rinse with warm salt water, avoid spicy or acidic foods, apply a topical oral gel, and consult a dentist for persistent pain.
If you experience pain or discomfort after dental implant surgery, follow your dentist’s post-operative instructions, take prescribed medications as directed, and contact your dental provider if the pain persists or worsens.
They use bleaching agents (usually hydrogen or carbamide peroxide) to break stains into smaller pieces, making them less visible.
A balanced pH prevents the overgrowth of harmful bacteria, reduces the risk of cavities, and protects tooth enamel from erosion.
If there’s insufficient jawbone due to atrophy or resorption, a bone graft can provide a more stable base for the implant.
Maintain good oral hygiene, rinse with saltwater, avoid tobacco and spicy foods, and see a dentist if the condition persists.