Oral Health in Seniors: What to Watch For
Oral Health in Seniors: What to Watch For
Staying on top of your oral health helps to prevent common problems like tooth decay, cavities, infections, and even tooth loss. As we get older, it’s important to pay even closer attention to our oral health, as the risk of oral cancer increases with the number of birthday candles on our cake.
If you notice any of the following changes in your mouth or face, we recommend visiting us for an appointment:
- Swelling in your jaw
- Difficulty swallowing, chewing, or trouble moving your tongue
- A lump, spot or sore in the mouth, on the lip, or in your throat
- Numbness in the mouth or tongue
- Ear pain without hearing loss
Try giving these five daily affirmations a try each day to create a healthy, positive new habit.
- People respect and value my opinions.
- Each day of my life is filled with love and joy.
- I make decisions that are in line with my values and goals.
- I am grateful for my life.
- I am not controlled by stress, fear, or anxiety.
Do you have other affirmations that you speak daily? We’d love to hear them the next time you visit us.
