Dental Hygiene Services

Within one month of admission, residents have a mini assessment by the dental hygienist to assess their oral health and determine any immediate oral care needs for follow-up. The cost of this initial assessment will be paid by the home. Residents who consent to follow-up dental services may then be screened and treated by the dental hygienist or referred to a dentist, denturist or physician. The dental hygienist cleans the mouth and makes recommendations to the nursing staff for daily oral health care. For residents who have dentures, these will be cleaned and labeled. There are fees attached to these services. The link between oral infections and other diseases in the body is well documented and accepted within the healthcare community. The main objectives of the dental hygienist are to ensure the resident is pain free, does not have any infections, is able to eat comfortably and has a healthy mouth. This service is available on site.

Adults challenged by

Call (506) 538-1301, email executivedirector@westfordnursinghome.com, or use the website.

Phone

(506) 538-1301

Email

executivedirector@westfordnursinghome.com

Website

https://www.westfordnursinghome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Welcome_Westford_Brochure_Dec232021.pdf