The Pocket Guide to Mouth and Dental Hygiene in Dementia Care: Guidance for Maintaining Good Oral Health

by Daniel Nightingale

Overview

The dental needs of people living with dementia are often overlooked, particularly in the care home and hospital community. It is challenging to maintain good standards of oral care with people living with dementia, and poor care can increase the fear and anxiety levels of those living with dementia. Very few dentists have the training that equips them with the specialist knowledge necessary to work with this population.

This pocket guide sets out tailored advice for supporting the oral and dental needs of people living with dementia. It sets out straightforward models on providing effective preventative mouth care, spotting symptoms and what to do when problems occur. This concise handbook will help any dentists, care home staff, nurses and other health professionals working day to day with people with dementia.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781787751316
Publisher:	Kingsley, Jessica Publishers
Publication date:	05/21/2020
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	112
File size:	857 KB

About the Author

Dr Daniel James Nightingale has worked as a clinical dementia specialist for over 20 years and is CEO and Medical Director at RBHC. He also established the Nightingale Model of Enriched Care. Dan lives in Maricopa County, Arizona.

Table of Contents

Introduction 7

1 The Impact of Neglected Oral Hygiene 11

2 Tips and Tricks for Optimal Oral Care 19

3 Proactive Dental and Oral Care 37

4 Prioritizing Oral Care Needs 45

5 How to Spot Oral Disease and Action Interventions 61

6 Oral Care and Mental Health 69

7 The Positive Dental Experience 79

8 Interactive Case Studies 85

9 General Questions and Answers 93

References 103

Index 105