Help for families and carers
Looking after someone else's mouth and teeth is not always easy. These short guides from Dr. Rifat explain what to do, in plain language.
Guides
Preparing for the first visit
What to bring, who can come, and how to make the first appointment calm and useful, with a checklist you can print.
4 minute read, printable
How to brush someone else's teeth
A simple, step-by-step method for carers helping an older adult or a person with a disability to keep their mouth clean.
4 minute read
Looking after dentures
Daily cleaning, night-time care and the signs that dentures need checking, explained simply for wearers and carers.
3 minute read
Dry mouth and medicines
Why many medicines cause a dry mouth, why it matters for teeth, and simple ways to ease it.
3 minute read
Dental visits and dementia
How to prepare a person living with dementia for a dental visit, and how to spot dental pain they may not be able to describe.
4 minute read
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