Osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by weak, brittle bones, which dramatically increases a personâs risk for broken bonesâmainly in the hips, wrists and spine.Approximately 52 million Americans have osteoporosis and low bone density (osteopenia).ecause it has very few, if any, symptoms, Osteoporosis is considered a âsilent disease.â Those who do exhibit symptoms may have noticed a loss of height or severe back pain. In addition, people with bone loss can easily fracture bones from a low-impact fall (from a standing position or less).
â Brush your teeth and tongue after each meal and before you go to bed. Use a very soft toothbrush or cotton swabs. â Use toothpaste or gel that has fluoride in it. â Rinse your mouth with the baking soda, salt, and water mix in the box below. Every 3 hours during the day, mix together: â 1 cup warm water, â 1 / 4 teaspoon baking soda, and â 1 / 8 teaspoon salt.Take small sips and swish them around in your mouth. Then rinse with plain water. âMy mouth felt sore. I let my nurse know right away. He told me about medicine that can help.
Be sure to brush gently and carefully inside the hole where the filling was to ensure removal of all food debris. It is also a good idea to rinse your mouth out with warm saltwater after eating. An effective rinse can be made by combining one cup of warm water and one teaspoon of salt.