{"id":857,"date":"2026-02-01T21:30:06","date_gmt":"2026-02-01T21:30:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/seniorsmiles.com\/?page_id=857"},"modified":"2026-03-18T11:23:35","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T11:23:35","slug":"senior-guide","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/seniorsmiles.com\/index.php\/senior-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Senior Smiles Dental Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;gcid-5569ccd0-7f7f-4b50-9b36-ab130bb02438&#8243; background_enable_image=&#8221;off&#8221; background_pattern_vertical_offset=&#8221;-64px&#8221; background_pattern_repeat=&#8221;repeat-x&#8221; min_height=&#8221;214.9px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||0px||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;147px||6px||false|false&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;||60px||false|false&#8221; 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That\u2019s why many adults notice new sensitivities or dental concerns that seem to appear suddenly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Common changes include:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span>Thinner enamel and increased sensitivity<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Receding gums that expose tooth roots<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Cavities near the gumline<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Bite or jaw discomfort<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Normal wear from decades of use<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>These changes are a normal part of aging \u2014 and with the right care, many issues can be prevented or managed early.<\/p>[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column_inner][et_pb_column_inner type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; saved_specialty_column_type=&#8221;3_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_heading title=&#8221;2. How Medications Can Affect Your Oral Health&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;gcid-606d042f-c90f-4ea6-97e7-7b08f1ba25f6&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-606d042f-c90f-4ea6-97e7-7b08f1ba25f6%22:%91%22title_text_color%22%93}&#8221;][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Some prescriptions can quietly impact your teeth and gums.&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#E09900&#8243; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#x4c;||divi||400&#8243; icon_font_size=&#8221;28px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#E09900&#8243; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;34px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_font=&#8221;&#8211;et_global_body_font|&#8211;et_global_heading_font_weight|||||||&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; use_background_color_gradient=&#8221;on&#8221; background_color_gradient_stops=&#8221;#ffffff 0%|gcid-5569ccd0-7f7f-4b50-9b36-ab130bb02438 98%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-828accbb-1ed2-407d-95be-20ab4e191566%22:%91%22border_color_all%22,%22border_color_all%22,%22border_color_all%22,%22border_color_all%22,%22border_color_all%22,%22border_color_all%22%93,%22gcid-primary-color%22:%91%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22background_color_gradient_stops%22%93,%22gcid-heading-color%22:%91%22title_text_color%22,%22open_toggle_text_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22open_toggle_text_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22open_toggle_text_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22open_toggle_text_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22open_toggle_text_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22open_toggle_text_color%22%93,%22gcid-body-color%22:%91%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22%93,%22gcid-7cadd8b3-5228-48e4-90c4-212d09232f7b%22:%91%22title_text_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22title_text_color%22%93,%22gcid-3e0ae39b-d026-4173-b444-0c785917aeff%22:%91%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22%93,%22gcid-11dd618f-84fd-4c80-9362-129906eb3e04%22:%91%22background_color_gradient_stops%22%93,%22gcid-5569ccd0-7f7f-4b50-9b36-ab130bb02438%22:%91%22background_color_gradient_stops%22%93}&#8221;]<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/seniorsmiles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/medication.jpg\" width=\"310\" height=\"125\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-912 alignnone size-full\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span>Many commonly prescribed medications reduce saliva, which plays a major role in protecting your mouth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>A frequent side effect is dry mouth, which reduces saliva \u2014 your mouth\u2019s natural defense against bacteria. This can increase the risk of cavities, gum disease, and bad breath.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span>When saliva levels drop, you may experience:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span>Dry or sticky mouth<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Increased cavities<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Gum irritation<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Trouble chewing or swallowing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0What helps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Drinking water throughout the day<\/li>\n<li>Using alcohol-free mouthwash<\/li>\n<li>Asking your dentist about saliva-supporting products<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Always inform your dental team about any medications you take.<\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>This doesn\u2019t mean you need to stop medications \u2014 it means your dental care should adjust to support your oral health alongside them.<\/p>[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column_inner type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; saved_specialty_column_type=&#8221;3_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_heading title=&#8221;3. Preventing Gum Disease and Managing Dry Mouth&#8221; module_id=&#8221;teeth-care&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;gcid-606d042f-c90f-4ea6-97e7-7b08f1ba25f6&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; min_height=&#8221;64.6px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-606d042f-c90f-4ea6-97e7-7b08f1ba25f6%22:%91%22title_text_color%22%93}&#8221;][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Early gum disease often has no pain \u2014 but it is preventable.&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#E09900&#8243; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#x4c;||divi||400&#8243; icon_font_size=&#8221;28px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#E09900&#8243; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;34px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_font=&#8221;&#8211;et_global_body_font|&#8211;et_global_heading_font_weight|||||||&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; use_background_color_gradient=&#8221;on&#8221; background_color_gradient_stops=&#8221;#ffffff 0%|gcid-5569ccd0-7f7f-4b50-9b36-ab130bb02438 98%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-828accbb-1ed2-407d-95be-20ab4e191566%22:%91%22border_color_all%22,%22border_color_all%22,%22border_color_all%22,%22border_color_all%22,%22border_color_all%22,%22border_color_all%22%93,%22gcid-primary-color%22:%91%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22background_color_gradient_stops%22%93,%22gcid-heading-color%22:%91%22title_text_color%22,%22open_toggle_text_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22open_toggle_text_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22open_toggle_text_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22open_toggle_text_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22open_toggle_text_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22open_toggle_text_color%22%93,%22gcid-body-color%22:%91%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22%93,%22gcid-7cadd8b3-5228-48e4-90c4-212d09232f7b%22:%91%22title_text_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22title_text_color%22%93,%22gcid-3e0ae39b-d026-4173-b444-0c785917aeff%22:%91%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22%93,%22gcid-11dd618f-84fd-4c80-9362-129906eb3e04%22:%91%22background_color_gradient_stops%22%93,%22gcid-5569ccd0-7f7f-4b50-9b36-ab130bb02438%22:%91%22background_color_gradient_stops%22%93}&#8221;]<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/seniorsmiles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/sensitivity.jpg\" width=\"297\" height=\"124\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-921 alignnone size-full\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span>After 55, gums need extra attention. Gum disease can progress quietly, especially when dry mouth is present.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>With the right approach, many problems can be slowed or avoided through:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span>Gentle, consistent daily care<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Professional cleanings<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Products designed for dry mouth or sensitivity<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Personalized recommendations based on your health<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Small changes now can help protect your teeth for years to come.<span><\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column_inner][et_pb_column_inner type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; saved_specialty_column_type=&#8221;3_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_heading title=&#8221;4. Dentures vs. Dental Implants: Understanding Your Options&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;gcid-606d042f-c90f-4ea6-97e7-7b08f1ba25f6&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-606d042f-c90f-4ea6-97e7-7b08f1ba25f6%22:%91%22title_text_color%22%93}&#8221;][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Tooth replacement options are more comfortable than ever.&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#E09900&#8243; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#x4c;||divi||400&#8243; icon_font_size=&#8221;28px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#E09900&#8243; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;34px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_font=&#8221;&#8211;et_global_body_font|&#8211;et_global_heading_font_weight|||||||&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; use_background_color_gradient=&#8221;on&#8221; background_color_gradient_stops=&#8221;#ffffff 0%|gcid-5569ccd0-7f7f-4b50-9b36-ab130bb02438 98%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-828accbb-1ed2-407d-95be-20ab4e191566%22:%91%22border_color_all%22,%22border_color_all%22,%22border_color_all%22,%22border_color_all%22,%22border_color_all%22,%22border_color_all%22%93,%22gcid-primary-color%22:%91%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22background_color_gradient_stops%22%93,%22gcid-heading-color%22:%91%22title_text_color%22,%22open_toggle_text_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22open_toggle_text_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22open_toggle_text_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22open_toggle_text_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22open_toggle_text_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22open_toggle_text_color%22%93,%22gcid-body-color%22:%91%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22%93,%22gcid-7cadd8b3-5228-48e4-90c4-212d09232f7b%22:%91%22title_text_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22title_text_color%22,%22title_text_color%22%93,%22gcid-3e0ae39b-d026-4173-b444-0c785917aeff%22:%91%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22%93,%22gcid-11dd618f-84fd-4c80-9362-129906eb3e04%22:%91%22background_color_gradient_stops%22%93,%22gcid-5569ccd0-7f7f-4b50-9b36-ab130bb02438%22:%91%22background_color_gradient_stops%22%93}&#8221;]<p><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/seniorsmiles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/dentures.jpg\" width=\"275\" height=\"111\" alt=\"Dentures\" class=\"wp-image-923 alignnone size-full\" \/>Missing teeth are common \u2014 and today\u2019s solutions are designed to look natural and feel secure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>In this section, you\u2019ll learn:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span>The difference between dentures and dental implants<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>What daily life feels like with each option<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>How health, comfort, and lifestyle factor into the decision<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you\u2019re missing teeth, you\u2019re not alone \u2014 and you have options.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dentures<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Removable and more affordable upfront<\/li>\n<li>May require adjustments over time<\/li>\n<li>Can affect chewing and comfort<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dental Implants<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Fixed, stable, and natural-feeling<\/li>\n<li>Preserve jawbone health<\/li>\n<li>Longer-term solution<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span>There\u2019s no one \u201cright\u201d choice \u2014 only what\u2019s right for you. <\/span>Your options depend on your health, comfort goals, and budget. A consultation can help determine what works best for you.<\/p>[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||8px|||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||26px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column_inner type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; saved_specialty_column_type=&#8221;3_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_heading title=&#8221;5. 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