Your Health For Tag "dementia"

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  Sep. 7, 2022

  Delta Dental of Illinois highlights the connection between oral and overall health during Healthy Aging Month

  General oral health

  Healthy Aging Month - While good daily oral hygiene is important for everyone, older adults can be at greater risk for oral health conditions such as gum disease, tooth loss and oral cancer. All Illinoisans should maintain good daily oral health habits like brushing twice a day, flossing daily and visiting the dentist, but older adults have special oral health care needs, which makes preventive care even more vital.

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  Sep. 3, 2021

  Dementia and oral health

  General oral health

  Having a condition, such as dementia, can also make it more difficult to practice good daily oral hygiene, increasing the risk for gum disease and tooth decay. To reduce gum disease and tooth decay, here are tips for caregivers helping assist individuals with dementia.