Age and Tooth Decay

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e62836@yahoo.com - 02 Jun 2005 15:02 GMT

Is it common for a persons teeth to become more susceptible to decay as
they get older? When I say older I mean late 40's and early 50's.

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Dr Steve - 02 Jun 2005 15:50 GMT

Changes in habit and diet can occur as well as changes in health.

Some people begin taking anti-hypertensive or anti-anxiety drugs which dry
the mouth.

There is a gradual drying of the mouth as people age.

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> Is it common for a persons teeth to become more susceptible to decay as
> they get older? When I say older I mean late 40's and early 50's.

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figgy - 02 Jun 2005 22:06 GMT

Not taking any drugs, but I've been using Biotene dry mouth gum at
night. Hopefully this helps to fight some of the decaying effects.

Jeff

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