IMPROVE THEIR EATING HABITS THROUGH THE PLACEMENT OF A DENTAL IMPLANT
With age, seniors are confronted
with periodontal diseases that affect the supporting tissues of the tooth,
especially the gums. These diseases can cause tooth loss and ultimately affect
overall health. According to a survey by the French Union for Oral Health of
the Elderly:
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75% have a degraded oral health
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43 to 57% suffer from dental plaque
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44% suffer from cavities
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40% have at least one tooth to extract
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50% of tartar
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30 to 50% need dentures
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10% of emergency care
Speaking figures that demonstrate
the importance of good dental hygiene for the elderly. A dental implant
involves placing a metal root under the gum tissue. Once the root is in place,
the dentist can attach crowns to it to replace the missing teeth.
Implants allow better chewing and
better speech, because in the absence of a tooth, the adjacent teeth are no
longer wedged and tilt in the available space. Poor alignment promotes the
appearance of cavities and loosening of the teeth.
THINK ABOUT FITTING A HEARING IMPLANT
Hearing loss affects nearly 10
million people in France, including children and the elderly. Fitting a hearing
aid such as a cochlear implant appears to be the solution to hearing problems,
because it treats even the most severe deafness. The cochlear implant connects
directly to the internal auditory system. This is also what allows it to bypass
the parts of the ear that do not work naturally.
The hearing implant as a medical
device is partially covered by Social Security, up to 350 euros. Its price
takes into account the supply of equipment and support services. But given the
high amount to pay, social security coverage sometimes only represents a tiny
part of the expenses. Taking out a complementary health insurance contract is a
way of limiting the cost of expenses.
IMPROVE THEIR COMFORT IN THE HOUSE WITH ADAPTED ACCESSORIES
To alleviate muscle and joint
pain, choose suitable furniture such as motorized chairs capable of reclining
into a near-sleeping position. You can also choose suitable lift beds for home
care and fall prevention. To prevent them from falling into the bathroom, opt for
a non-slip floor, for example.
FOCUS ON ACTIVITIES THAT ALLOW YOU TO INTERACT WITH SENIORS
Engage in activities such as
walking and walks with them to maintain motor activity. If possible, secure the
services of a physiotherapist, a psychomotor therapist to provide them with the
appropriate care to succeed in this exercise.
Spend the most time with them and
offer them activities that they enjoy and that don't compromise their physical
ability. Also remember to favor a relaxed and friendly atmosphere in which
seniors will feel surrounded by those who are dear to them.