You can care for your loved one with edentulism by providing them the care and support they need to manage their condition. Understand that this may be embarrassing for them, making everyday activities, like chewing, swallowing, and talking, more difficult. Try to prevent edentulism in your loved one by avoiding risk factors associated with dental problems in general. These risk factors include sugary drinks and foods that cling to your teeth, poor dental care, receding gums, dry mouth, weak fillings, eating disorders, heartburn, and some cancer treatments. If they do have edentulism and are using dentures or dental implants, make sure they continue practicing excellent dental care. Poor dental care of dentures and dental implants leads to symptoms like pain, ulcers, gingivitis, yeast infection, and irritation.
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American Dental Association answeredSee All 2 AnswersThere are a number of factors that can lead to teeth staining. Smoking and tobacco use can lead to teeth staining and discoloration. Drinks that are dark colored, such as red wine or tea and coffee can also cause this problem. It is important to brush teeth twice a day for two minutes each time with a fluoride toothpaste to help keep teeth clean of food particles and remove any sticky substances from teeth. This will best help keep your teeth looking clean.
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Stacy Wiegman, PharmD , Pharmacy, answeredSee All 5 AnswersExtrinsic stains refer to those stains on the outer layer of teeth, or on the enamel. They generally give a yellowish tint to your teeth. Extrinsic staining is easier to remove than intrinsic staining. Over-the-counter tooth whiteners are usually enough to treat extrinsic staining on your teeth. -
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Stacy Wiegman, PharmD , Pharmacy, answeredSee All 6 AnswersAs the outer layer of your teeth, your tooth enamel determines the brightness of your smile. When light shines on your teeth, it is scattered and reflected in the enamel, creating the color of your teeth. If you have plaque on your enamel, your enamel will reflect less light and look darker. If your dentin (the layer under your enamel) is darker, it may show through the enamel and create a darker appearance.
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Dr. John Van der Werff, DDS , Dentist, answeredA jaw tracker is an instrument which measures and records the movement of a person's jaw. It is used to help diagnose if a person has a TMJ related disorder.
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Joint Vibration Analysis is a diagnostic test for TMJ that helps in the diagnosis of a TMJ problem. It involves recording and interpreting the vibrations of the jaw as it moves. It is not wholly diagnostic, but does add more evidence to support a diagnosis.
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Good Samaritan Hospital answeredThere are some alternative treatments for ageusia. If your condition is caused by smoking, allergies, or a viral infection that is causing your mouth to be dry, you could try hard candy. Sucking hard candy may moisten your mouth and restore your taste buds. In addition, you can try adding more variety and flavor to your foods by cooking with a variety of spices, or adding a small amount of butter or olive oil to your vegetables. Talk to your doctor about other alternative treatments for ageusia.
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Treatment options for ageusia can vary based on what causes it. If your ageusia is caused by an allergy or infection, your doctor can prescribe medicine to clear up your condition. Sometimes taste disorders result from specific medications. In these cases, changing or ceasing the drug may help. Ageusia that is caused by aging is permanent, so treatment consists of teaching coping strategies. These strategies may include teaching you how to prepare your foods with more spices or color.
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Ageusia can be caused by a variety of factors, so whether there is a cure depends on the cause. If your ageusia is caused by an allergy or infection, your doctor can prescribe medication that will help restore your sense of taste. If your ageusia is caused by aging or physical trauma, there is usually no cure. Talk to your doctor to learn some coping strategies, or think about joining a support group for ageusia.