Mouth Care

Mouth care is important to your clients for both grooming and overall wellness.

Brushing—The teeth should be brushed at least once a day using a soft toothbrush.  It’s even better to brush after every meal.

Flossing—Flossing once a day helps remove plaque from the spots a toothbrush can’t reach.

Rinsing—Rinsing the mouth helps get rid of bacteria and little bits of food.

Lip Care—Apply Vaseline or some other topical preparation to help soothe and heal chapped lips.

Going to the Dentist—Encourage your clients to have regular attention from a dentist—even if they wear full dentures.   A dentist can spot mouth problems before they become serious!

WHAT SHOULD YOU LOOK FOR WHEN PERFORMING MOUTH CARE?

Lips—Healthy lips are smooth, pink, moist and have no broken skin. 

Gums—Healthy gums are pink, moist and smooth—although right next to the teeth, normal gums should look a bit like orange peel. 

Tongue—A healthy tongue is pink and moist. 

Teeth—Healthy teeth look clean, with no visible debris.  They often darken or discolor with age. 

Saliva—Healthy saliva is thin and watery.  There should be enough saliva in the mouth to keep it moist.