Category: elderly oral health

Anyone with a family member who has suffered from Alzheimer’s disease knows how this can impact their health and mobility. Along with memory concerns, this could also mean complications for oral health, especially as patients may lose mobility and dexterity. But HomeCare Dentists want to help! Our San Diego, CA, mobile dentist can help improve oral… Continue reading Helping Alzheimer’s Patients With Mobile Dentistry

When you have a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, these memory issues and related complications could lead to poor oral health, which can in turn exacerbate symptoms. But our team can help those with memory concerns and limited mobility. Your team at HomeCare can see your loved ones with our mobile dental units!

When people are in nursing homes, assisted living, or hospital settings and their health prevents them from going out on their own, their oral health could suffer. Issues like tooth decay and gum disease, which can complicate already serious issues like diabetes and Alzheimer’s Disease, could be more frequent. But our team at HomeCare Dentists can… Continue reading Providing Home-Bound Patients With Cleanings

The United States population is aging, and so there is a need for home health care of all types. When it comes to dental care, this has been a significant struggle for many Americans who cannot easily leave their house or assisted living facility. After all, how do you transport a full dental clinic to… Continue reading Dental Care For Our Older Population

Good dental hygiene and health smiles are beneficial for patients of all ages, including those seniors and those with illnesses and disabilities that prevent them from scheduling in-person appointments at dental offices in their areas. Which is why we offer a mobile option, so we come to you or your loved ones! Your HomeCare Dentists can provide… Continue reading We Offer Assisted Living Dentistry

Through limited mobility, impaired memories, and complications related to medications, the presence of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease could mean worsening oral health for your loved one. They could become more at risk for periodontal disease and tooth loss, among other complications. HomeCare Dentists want to ensure you have the information necessary to care for their smiles!

Physical care for your assisted living residents is certainly a priority. Remember that one way to help protect someone’s well-being is to make sure their smile receives the right support. Without good oral hygiene, problems can accumulate and cause more significant consequences than you might expect! Dental decay and gum disease, when left unchecked, can… Continue reading Securing Dental Care In Assisted Living Communities