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Stephen R Thies DDS      
7506 Hickman Road = Des Moines = IA 50322 = (515) 276-0202
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Seniors and dry mouth
 

More seniors today in the Des Moines area have retained their own teeth, avoiding the trauma of removable dentures.  Many are on medications creating dryness of the mouth as a side effect.

Without the natural benefit of saliva to decrease bacterial action, Dr. Thies is seeing an increase of cavities on the root surfaces of these patients. 

Anyone on a medication causing a dry mouth effect should be encouraged to visit Stephen R Thies DDS for regular dental cleanings and topical fluoride rinses.

For more information regarding dental problems of the elderly, please call our Stephen R Thies DDS at (515) 276-0202.
 
Dry Mouth
In Des Moines Iowa and the surrounding
Urbandale - West Des Moines - Clive - Waukee IA areas.

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