TGD 017: Maintaining Good Oral Health in Older Adults
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Good oral health is about so much more than preventing cavities. Your mouth plays an important role in your ability to eat, enjoy food, maintain good nutrition, and stay healthy and independent as you age.
In this final episode of our five-part series on oral health in older adults, registered dietitian Katie Dodd shares practical strategies for maintaining good oral health as you age.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- Simple daily habits that support good oral health
- Tips for brushing, flossing, and denture care
- How dry mouth and nutrition affect oral health
- Why regular dental care matters
- Ways caregivers can support older adults with oral care
Dental care can be expensive, transportation can be difficult, and changing lifelong habits isn't always easy. But small, consistent steps can help protect your oral health and prevent bigger problems down the road.
Remember: the mouth is the first route of nutrition.
Taking care of your mouth can help you continue enjoying the foods you love, support good nutrition, preserve independence, and protect your overall quality of life.
Free Healthy Aging Nutrition Guide: https://thegeriatricdietitian.myflodesk.com/
Learn more at The Geriatric Dietitian: https://thegeriatricdietitian.com/