Before going to bed, remind the elders to remove and clean the dentures, and soak them in clean water; the picture shows the situation.

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[Health Channel/Comprehensive Report] Oral health care for the elderly is very important. Oral diseases will not only affect eating, but also have a negative impact on the physical and mental health of the elderly.

In this regard, Liu Fuxuan, a dentist at the Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen Medical University, posted a post on Facebook fan page "Dental Doctor Liu Fuxuan Taichung South District Denture Filling and Root Canal Treatment Oral Care", naming 4 precautions, including keeping the mouth clean, cleaning dentures on time, and controlling diet , Quit smoking and drinking.

Keep oral cavity clean

: brush teeth at least 2 times a day, use soft bristle toothbrush and dental floss to clean between teeth to keep oral cavity clean and healthy.

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Clean dentures on time

: Remind elders to remove and clean dentures every night before going to bed, and soak them in clean water.

As a toothbrush, you can use a general toothbrush with slightly harder bristles or a special toothbrush for dentures, and it will be better to use it with cleaning and disinfecting tablets.

Diet control

: It is recommended to eat less high-sugar foods, reduce intake of excessive carbohydrates and acidic foods, and prevent tooth erosion and tooth decay. At the same time, pay attention to a balanced diet and eat more foods containing calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin D that are beneficial to dental health.

Quit smoking and drinking

: Smoking and drinking are very harmful to oral health. Long-term smoking and drinking can lead to oral cancer and other diseases. Therefore, quitting smoking and drinking is one of the important measures to maintain oral health.

The elderly should avoid smoking and excessive drinking to reduce the risk of oral diseases.

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