Dry mouth, or xerostomin is the result of decreased saliva production, which affects up to 60% of older adults. Saliva lubricates the mouth helping to prevent decay and protect tooth enamel. But don’t worry; there are plenty of ways to manage this condition.
Dry mouth can be caused by a variety of reasons, including medications you may be taking, radiation or cancer treatments, smoking, immune deficiency, systemic diseases (such as Diabetes, ParkinsonÃs, Sjogren syndrome) or salivary gland aplasia.
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Springhill Dental, PLLC
3401 Springhill Drive, Suite 285
North Little Rock, AR 72117
Telephone: (501) 955-0155
Learn more about the risks to your oral health during pregnancy.
What Can Happen When You Have Missing Teeth
Perhaps you think a missing tooth is no big deal. But there are other problems that can arise from even one missing tooth. Teeth that are adjacent to a missing tooth can also become loose. The more teeth you have missing, the fewer nutrients you get out of your food. As chewing can become difficult, softer foods are often consumed more often, which can cause unwanted weight increase. Your facial appearance can start to "sink in" without the support of the missing teeth as well as the ensuing bone loss. You will start to look older than your age. Speech can be embarrassing as well.
We recommend dental implants for any missing tooth. No matter where you have missing teeth, they can be inserted to provide a natural-looking, full-functioning replacement to recapture a beautiful smile.
Dentist North Little Rock AR
Springhill Dental, PLLC
3401 Springhill Drive, Suite 285
North Little Rock, AR 72117
Telephone: (501) 955-0155
Periodontal disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults, with 75% of adults over 35 showing problem signs.What is often referred to as the silent mouth disease, initial symptoms can easily go unnoticed.Bacteria lives in plaque, which hardens over time and can cause gum irritations such as gingivitis.
Left untreated, bacterial infections affect the gums, ligaments and bone supporting the teeth, and can enter the blood stream and may be related to other diseases such as Heart Disease and Diabetes.
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Learn more about dental care for people with special needs.
Technology for Teamwork
Dr. Shearer and his team work together with you for your best dental care. With the intra-oral camera, patients can see the interior of their mouth and focus in on the problem areas. This miniature video camera makes it possible for doctor and patient to discuss treatment plans to make sound decisions with the right options of care for you.
Dentist North Little Rock AR
Springhill Dental, PLLC
3401 Springhill Drive, Suite 285
North Little Rock, AR 72117
Telephone: (501) 955-0155
Learn more about Bad Breath, which is also known as Halitosis.
Dry mouth, or xerostomin is the result of decreased saliva production, which affects up to 60% of older adults. Saliva lubricates the mouth helping to prevent decay and protect tooth enamel. But don’t worry; there are plenty of ways to manage this condition.
