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With the American population living longer, seniors' oral health has become an important issue, as has the widespread problem of elder abuse. Every year more than 2.5 million older Americans may be victims of elder abuse, and in some cases dentists serve as the first line of defense, according to a report in the May/June 2005 issue of General Dentistry, the clinical, peer-reviewed journal of the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD).
I don't have cavities so I can't have gum disease
The best way to find out why a tooth is sensitive is to have dental professional examine you. They can look for the signs of dentin exposure, and run tests to determine what the true cause of the sensitivity is. Sometimes, the sensitivity is due to a cavity or gum disease ñ these can be treated to address the sensitivity. Other times, the cause of the sensitivity is because the enamel has been lost through abrasion or erosion, or the gums have receded, causing the roots to be exposed.
Types of mouth sores include canker sores, cold sores, leukoplakia and candidiasis. They vary in their severity and causes. Mouth sores could be the symptom of a disease or disorder; infection from bacteria, viruses or fungus or result from irritation caused by braces, dentures or the sharp edge of a broken tooth or filling. Your dentist should examine any mouth sore that lasts a week or longer. 
Our
office has incorporated the GALILEOS 3D Imaging system
that combines the highest resolution and
three-dimensional scans of the dental structures with
the absolute best in patient safety. The technology
behind the GALILEOS has had a long history in the
medical community. However, unlike a medical CT scan,
GALILEOS offers unparalleled imaging without the high
dose of radiation common in conventional scans.
If your mouth or jaw hurt, it could be from a toothache. Toothaches usually indicate a cavity but they can also signal gum disease. In some cases, a toothache is a sign of an abscess or impacted tooth. A toothache should be evaluated by a dentist right away to determine the cause of the problem and prevent the tooth from dying.
"It can
cause throat, lung, and mouth cancer, and even death. Additionally, the tar
from tobacco forms a sticky film on teeth, which harbors bacteria that promote
acid production and create irritating toxins, both of which cause gum
inflammation, tooth decay, and loss."