From the infant stage to the golden age, everyone’s vulnerable to dental disease
Everyone is at risk for dental disease, some more than others. Certain groups are more susceptible because of specific conditions known as
risk factors. The more you’re at risk, the more you will benefit from xylitol and oral care procedures that stimulate the natural healing of teeth.
Hormonal Disturbance
Adolescents
Hormonal changes related to puberty put teens at risk for gum
disease. Adolescents should diligently maintain good oral health as
their bodies undergo these changes.
Pregnant Women
Women often experience negative oral health side effects during
pregnancy: sensitive teeth, gum bleeding, tooth enamel weakening,
and even new cavities and broken fillings. The problems are caused
by a change in the chemistry of the pregnant woman’s mouth. Mouth
dryness compounds the damage caused by acids on teeth from nausea,
acid reflux and a general acidity of saliva during pregnancy.
Gum disease has been implicated in pre-term birth risk, and
research shows that traditional dental cleanings may not diminish
this risk. Start an effective program of rinsing and xylitol as soon
as possible to prepare for pregnancy by eliminating dental disease.
After the baby is born, it is especially important for parents to
maintain their oral health because bacterial will be easily passed
to babies through sharing food and kisses.
Women’s teeth
Most women over the age of 30 experience dental health deterioration
because their saliva becomes more acidic and less protective.
Usually the first sign is a sensitive groove at the gum line, often
diagnosed as gum recession. Sometimes patients are blamed for poor
tooth brushing and given or sold a new toothbrush. If not
controlled, the acidity that caused this damage will destroy the
edges of fillings, making them leak and fail. Often the repairs are
deep and result in the need for root canal treatments and crowns. At
this time the continued mouth acidity will cause tartar build up,
often under the gum line, requiring extensive cleanings and
periodontal treatments.
Using xylitol regularly in conjunction with Zellies Complete Mouth Care System can help women avoid these sudden and progressive changes in their dental health.
Diet choices
Certain foods, in addition to xylitol, can help teeth by taking
away mouth acidity. Finishing meals with foods containing calcium
(such as cheese, yogurt) can minimize acid damage. Most beverages
are acidic, especially when lemon wedges are added, so protect teeth
after drinks with some xylitol – either as mints, gum or in the form
of granular xylitol added to water, used as a “tooth wash” after
meals.
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