Dental Care for Elderly

When you gray with grace

Several oral health challenges are prevalent among older adults, such as periodontal disease, tooth decay, dry mouth, and oral cancer. Periodontal disease, characterized by inflammation of the gums and loss of bone support around the teeth, is particularly common in seniors and can lead to tooth loss if left untreated. Additionally, xerostomia or dry mouth, often resulting from medications or medical conditions, can increase the risk of dental caries and oral infections. Oral cancer incidence also rises with age, underscoring the importance of regular screenings for early detection and treatment.

What are the common dental treatments for elderly @Kamala Dental?

Effective strategies to enhance oral health outcomes in older adults encompass preventive measures, routine dental care, and tailored interventions.

Dentures

Dentures are removable prosthetic devices used to replace missing teeth and restore chewing function and aesthetics for adults who have lost multiple teeth. They could be full dentures for complete tooth loss and partial dentures for replacing several missing teeth while preserving remaining natural teeth.

Implant-supported dentures or crowns

Dental implants are permanent tooth replacements that mimic the natural tooth root structure. They are surgically placed into the jaw bone and can support crowns, bridges, or dentures. At Kamala Dental, age is not a barrier for getting dental implants. We provide suitable and economically feasible implants for patients of all ages.

Periodontal Therapy

Seniors are often prone to gum disease due to reduced immunity, other systemic diseases and medications. We provide all types of gum treatments for elderly, including laser assisted treatments.

Root Canal Therapy

Older adults may require root canal treatment to save infected or damaged teeth from extraction. We provide advanced root canal treatments at Kamala Dental for people of all ages.

Oral surgery

Surgical procedures may be necessary for elderly patients to address various conditions, including tooth removal, bone grafting for dental implant placement, or biopsy of suspicious oral lesions. At Kamala Dental, our Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon specialises in performing these procedures safely and effectively and is hence carried out in a routine fashion.

Oral Cancer Screening

Regular oral cancer screenings are essential for early detection and treatment of potentially malignant oral lesions in older adults. Our experienced doctors perform intraoral examinations during routine visits and such diseases may be detected at an early stage, thus managing the disease in the best possible way.

Cosmetic dental treatments

Just like youngsters, the elderly also prefer to get smile correction done to boost their confidence. We provide dental veneers, crowns, toothcoloured fillings, teeth whitening etc. to enhance the beauty of their smile

Orthodontic Treatments for Elderly

Age is not a barrier for orthodontic treatments at Kamala Dental. Orthodontic treatments not only improve confidence, but they also make the teeth easier to clean, reducing the risk of tooth decay and gum disease. This is especially important for older adults who may already be dealing with other systemic health issues.