For family members
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Inadequate oral hygiene and poor oral health can result in serious infections in elderly and ill people with an impaired general condition. Bacteria can spread from the mouth to other parts of the body, such as the heart and lungs. It is therefore essential that both the teeth and mouth are kept clean! Increased risk of oral diseases amongst the elderly People who are ill or elderly may have difficulty maintaining their oral hygiene. If so, they will need help brushing their teeth, since poor oral hygiene increases the risk of developing caries and loosening of the teeth. Left untreated, these diseases can result in pain and discomfort in the mouth. They can also lead to difficulty in eating, which can result in malnutrition and a further deterioration in the patient's general condition. With good oral hygiene, these conditions can be avoided. Oral Care coming to your home! Because Oral Care uses mobile dental care equipment, we can offer dental treatment in your own home. The cost is the same as for essential dental treatment. For more information, see "Dental care at home". Working with nursing staff and family members Oral Care wishes to work with nursing staff and family members to help bring about a significant improvement in the quality of life for elderly and ill people.
Oral Care's outreach activities mean that it has an opportunity to improve the oral hygiene of elderly and ill people. You can also find further information under "Oral health assessment" and "Oral care training".
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