Significance of Oral health in the overall health of the elderly. (Oral health day)
As today is the 2023 World Oral health day, Let us celebrate by reducing the risk factors that cause oral illnesses and increasing access to oral health care. The health of the teeth, gums, and the overall oral-facial system that allows us to smile, speak, and chew is referred to as Oral health. Taking good care of our teeth is still an important aspect of our daily health and hygiene routine. The elderly must take extra care of their dental health. Senior dental care is important in sustaining seniors' general quality of life since older adults are more sensitive to oral problems that younger people may avoid. Patients receiving palliative care have several oral issues, such as dry mouth, trouble chewing, and halitosis, which must be treated. Therefore, dental health plays a vital part in improving these patients' quality of life. A mouth infection can easily be aspirated into the lungs, leading to more serious respiratory disorders such as Pneumonia. As a result, older