A great smile is important at any age! The ability to chew food comfortably and effectively provides better nutrition and digestion. Seniors today are by far, much healthier than years ago. Demographics are changing: we now have young seniors, middle aged seniors and older seniors. The majority of seniors today are active physically and very active in their health care. They have kept most, if not all of their teeth. Valuing oral health care is crucial to the overall health of everyone. Cleanliness of the mouth affects all parts of the body and mind.