CARER ADVICE
Older people are more prone to tooth decay, as they usually have a dry mouth often due to medication. Also, they have gum recession which exposes the dentine which is the soft layer of tooth structure.
Keep the mouth regularly moistened with water.

This toothpaste is available on prescription only and historically it is the best as it has more fluoride. Ask your dentist if he recommends it for you. A dry mouth has fewer minerals, and some other products such as Sensodyne Complete and tooth mousse are currently available without a prescription. With correct supervision from your dentist, these are beneficial in helping supplement lost mineral content in your saliva.
Clinpro 5000 is available in the USA and may be the best if you suffer with a dry mouth
Clinpro 5000 is available in the USA and may be the best if you suffer with a dry mouth

This is a recent website initiative in Wales. You can gain some certification through this new excellent resource that is being regularly maintained and updated. Click on the picture to take you to the resource.

This is the main NHS resource.
It also has been updated recently, and there are direct video links on the next page.
Click on the picture to get access to the full site and course with CPD
It also has been updated recently, and there are direct video links on the next page.
Click on the picture to get access to the full site and course with CPD