Oral health plays a vital role in maintaining the overall well-being and quality of life of older people. As people age, physiological changes, medication use, and reduced dexterity can compromise oral hygiene and increase susceptibility to dental diseases. Effective home care practices and routine dental check-ups are essential for preventing oral infections, maintaining comfort, and supporting proper nutrition. Good oral health not only preserves function and appearance but also reduces the risk of systemic conditions such as aspiration pneumonia, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes-related complications, enhancing older people’s health outcomes.

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Oral Home Care Recommendations for Older People

  • Lyndal Pritchard,
  • Lydia See

摘要

Oral health plays a vital role in maintaining the overall well-being and quality of life of older people. As people age, physiological changes, medication use, and reduced dexterity can compromise oral hygiene and increase susceptibility to dental diseases. Effective home care practices and routine dental check-ups are essential for preventing oral infections, maintaining comfort, and supporting proper nutrition. Good oral health not only preserves function and appearance but also reduces the risk of systemic conditions such as aspiration pneumonia, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes-related complications, enhancing older people’s health outcomes.