Dentist, Dr. Douglas Callow, DDS, in Plymouth MI 48170 provides a full range of dental treatment services. Dr. Callow's dental care services include: children's, cosmetic, family, general, implant, Invisalign aligners, preventive, restorative and sedation dentistry. Visit our main website at www.CallowDDS.com to learn more about our dental treatment in Plymouth!
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).
As we get older, there are changes to our bodies and our
teeth and gums. Teeth may be discolored from continual
consumption of caffeine or tobacco and plaque can build up
over the years. Sometimes taking medications may reduce the
amount of saliva that flows through your mouth. The wear and
tear on fillings may produce cracks that weaken the tooth or
allow decay to seep in. We advise regular check-ups to take
care of any problems in the earliest stages. If gums begin
to bleed or are swollen and red and teeth start to become
loose, please contact us immediately.