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Alzheimer's

Denture care for Alzheimer’s patients (part 1)

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January is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month

If you are caregiver to a loved one suffering from Alzheimer’s, you may need to assist them with proper denture and oral care. In the early and middle stages of the disease, this may mean offering support, reminders, and coaching. In the later stages of the disease, you may need to take over responsibility for this care.

Here are some tips to assist you in maintaining your loved one’s good denture and oral health.

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When a Loved One Has Alzheimer’s – Planning for appointment success

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Caregivers can take simple steps to help ensure appointment success for patients with Alzheimer’s or other dementias

January is Alzheimer Awareness Month

When a person has Alzheimer’s, appointments with health and dental care practitioners are inevitable. However, those appointments also cause disruption to routines that are often calming for persons with dementia.

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When a Loved One Has Alzheimer’s – Communication with denture clinic staff

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Caregivers play a large role in helping loved ones get through dental appointments calmly

January is Alzheimer Awareness Month

If you are caregiver to someone with Alzheimer’s, the job of communicating what your loved one needs to feel comfortable may fall to you. The more you can share with your Denturist about how to reduce your loved one’s anxiety, the better they can provide a positive and productive appointment experience.

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