Older adults often face oral health problems such as tooth loss, difficulty chewing, and swallowing issues, all of which can affect their nutrition and overall health. Proper oral care is therefore essential—not only to maintain cleanliness and comfort but also to reduce the risk of aspiration pneumonia caused by bacteria in the mouth.

Older adults often face oral health problems such as tooth loss, difficulty chewing, and swallowing issues, all of which can affect their nutrition and overall health. Proper oral care is therefore essential—not only to maintain cleanliness and comfort but also to reduce the risk of aspiration pneumonia caused by bacteria in the mouth.

Reviewed By  Dr. Matana Kettratad, D.D.S.