More dental problems as you get older? Aging may not be the real reason - San Francisco Chronicle

Last Updated: 02.07.2025 07:16

More dental problems as you get older? Aging may not be the real reason - San Francisco Chronicle

Seniors need to keep their dentists informed of overall health issues, in case they are relevant to their oral health regimen.

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I keep hitting my front tooth with my glass while bringing it to my mouth unintentionally and the nerve in the tooth keeps pulsating. Does hitting the tooth like this cause damage enough that I could lose the tooth?