With an elderly population of over 49 million and a rapidly growing dementia patient population, there is an increasing number of people who are housebound. These homebound patients are often unable to make it into the dentist’s office for checkups and important dental procedures. It is our mission to provide housecall dental services to these patients. From cleanings to denture fabrication, GHD dentists are able to provide homebound patients with the following services.
Dental Services Offered by Geriatric Housecall Dentistry
- Denture Fabrication and Repair: Does your loved one need new dentures or repairs for their current set? We have the tools and expertise necessary to fabricate or repair their dentures.
- Dental Exams: Yearly exams and cleanings are critical for seniors’ dental health.
- Second Opinions
- Cavity Treatment: Left untreated, cavities can cause major health complications. We can treat cavities from the patient’s home.
- Extractions: We can perform an extraction if your loved one has a fractured or decayed tooth.
- Emergency Dental Service
- Teledentistry: Teledentistry is available for patients and caregivers who prefer contactless dental care.
Our Service Areas
We proudly serve homebound patients in Long Island, Queens, Manhattan, The Hamptons, Connecticut, and Chicago.
The Importance of Dental Care for Senior Patients
The percentage of people who attend yearly dental visits decreases with each older age group, yet seniors need dental care just as much, if not more, than younger patients. Many common medications that seniors take, such as blood pressure medication, cause dry mouth. This puts patients at an increased risk for tooth decay.
Two out of three seniors have gum disease due to poor dental hygiene and lack of regular, yearly dental exams. Seniors who allow their dental health to go by the wayside can suffer from tooth loss, poor nutrition, heart disease, diabetes, pneumonia, and oral cancer. Bad oral health creates problems throughout the entire body, so it’s important that seniors get the dental care they need no matter what.
Why Choose Us?
Geriatric House Call Dentists are passionate about helping homebound patients suffering from dementia. On top of their exceptional dentistry skills and knowledge, they bring, patience, compassion, and great communication skills to the table. You can be certain that your loved one is in the best hands when you choose us for their dental care needs.
Book an In-Home Dental Appointment For Your Loved One
Are you caring for someone with dementia? Eliminate the hassle of traveling to the dentist’s office and book an in-home dental appointment with GHD. We can provide any of the services mentioned above, and the patient never has to leave the comfort of their home. If you live in or near our service areas, your loved one can become a GHD patient and get access to the dental care they need to maintain a healthy smile.
