Aspiration Pneumonia: A Hidden Risk for Residents in LTC Homes
Aspiration pneumonia is a serious lung infection that occurs when food, liquid, saliva, or bacteria from the mouth enter the lungs. Residents in long-term care (LTC) homes are at higher risk due to age, medical conditions, and daily care challenges. Why LTC Residents Are More Vulnerable Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia): Age or neurological conditions can make […]
Caring for Your Loved One’s Smile: The Importance of Routine Dental Hygiene in Long-Term Care Homes
As our loved ones age, maintaining good oral health becomes increasingly important. In long-term care (LTC) homes, residents may face physical, cognitive, or medical challenges that make daily brushing and flossing difficult. Without proper care, dental problems can lead to pain, infection, difficulty eating, and even affect overall health. Why Oral Health Matters Good oral […]
Understanding the Increased Risk of Aspiration Pneumonia in Long-TermCare Homes
For many families, the health of a loved one in a long-term care (LTC) home is a top concern. One of the lesser-known but serious risks for residents is aspiration pneumonia—a type of lung infection that occurs when food, liquid, saliva, or bacteria from the mouth enter the lungs instead of the stomach. Why Residents […]
Engaging with nursing homes
Karen De Luca, RDH, shares her personal journey and advocates for dental hygienists to provide preventive dental therapy for people living in long term care. I used to feel uncomfortable at the thought of visiting a nursing home and seeing residents confined to their beds or wheelchairs, with their heads hanging down and saliva dripping […]
Senior Oral Care Advice Living in Long-Term Care Homes
Senior Oral Care Advice Living in Long-Term Care Homes Oral care is essential to overall health, and it’s especially important for seniors living in long-termcare. Maintaining good oral hygiene can help seniors feel better about themselves, combat bad breath, and prevent tooth decay and teeth from falling out. Karen at Roving Dental Hygiene goes into […]
Lack of Dental Care in Long-Term Care Homes
Lack of Dental Care in Long-Term Care Homes Introduction Seniors face a number of health challenges as they age. Oral health is one that often gets overlooked, but it can be especially dangerous when left untreated. Almost 80 percent of seniors in long-term care homes suffer from periodontal disease, which can lead to tooth loss […]
The convenience of having Karen from Roving Dental Hygiene visit your loved one for oral health care needs.
The convenience of having Karen from Roving Dental Hygiene visit your loved one for oral health care needs. Introduction Oral health is a crucial aspect of our overall wellness. The mouth is a gateway for many diseases, including heart disease and diabetes. Good oral hygiene can help prevent these illnesses from occurring and spreading throughout […]
Regular teeth cleaning is essential for optimal oral health when living in along-term care home.
Regular teeth cleaning is essential for optimal oral health when living in a long-term care home. Introduction A long-term care home is an excellent place for an elderly loved one to live, but it’s crucial to maintain their oral health. Regular teeth cleaning is necessary for optimal oral health and can be performed by the […]
The Importance of Mobile Dental Hygiene Services in Long-Term Care Facilities for Those with Full Dentures.
The Importance of Mobile Dental Hygiene Services in Long-Term Care Facilities for Those with Full Dentures Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on email Share on print All residents living in long-term care facilities require access to oral health care (both daily and regular dental visits.) As experts now know, the […]
What causes dry mouth? How do you cope with it?
What causes dry mouth? How do you cope with it? Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on email Share on print We have all had dry mouths at one time or another. It may have occurred when we had to stand up and speak to a group of people. Or maybe […]