Family Dental of Spokane Valley is pleased to offer a full range of dental care services and treatments. Our services include: children's, cosmetic, family, general, orthodontic, preventive, restorative and sedation dentistry. Some of our dental treatments include: regular oral hygiene care, emergency dental care, dental sealants, dental root canal treatment and senior dental care.
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The American Dental Association has created informative videos called Ask the Dentist. Here is their video on: 'How Can I Help My Elderly Parent Brush Her Teeth?'
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). To read the entire article, visit: KnowYourTeeth.com
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Adult Dental Care is Different
Our teeth change as our bodies age. Plaque may build up,
caffeine may leave stains, gums or roots may suffer from
infection, and fillings may crack. Regular check-ups help to
keep on top of the situation before it reaches a serious
level. If you take medications that result in lessened
saliva flow, we have products that can remedy the problem.
We encourage good nutrition and proper daily cleaning to
keep your gums and teeth healthy. If gums start to bleed or
teeth loosen, please contact us immediately.
A Healthy Smile at Every Age
Healthy teeth and gums can keep you smiling well into your
retirement years. Proper dental care of your teeth can help
them last a lifetime. Older adults need to know that it is
never too late to preserve and protect their smiles. Modern
dentistry offers a variety of options that allow you to
preserve, enhance and maintain your beautiful smile.
As you get older, your dental needs become increasingly
specialized, making regular visits to the dentist even more
essential. You need a dentist who understands those specific
needs. Dr. Ellsworth provides specialized, custom care to
meet the needs of his most important patient – you.
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).
