As a carer, you play an important part in helping someone stay healthy – and that includes their mouth.
You might work in someone’s home, a care home or out in the community. Your job title might be support worker, personal assistant, companion, respite carer or something similar.
You may be supporting people with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, mental health conditions, substance misuse issues or age-related needs.
Whatever the setting, helping with daily mouth care is an important part of your role.
Why oral health matters
A healthy mouth is important for overall health and quality of life.
Good oral health helps people to:
Eat and drink comfortably.
Speak clearly.
Smile with confidence.
Avoid pain and infection.
Enjoy food and social situations.
Poor oral health can lead to:
Tooth decay.
Gum disease.
Pain and discomfort.
Difficulty eating.
Infections that may affect general health.
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