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Probably the hardest things that an individual can experience is to see a loved one become crippled to dementia. It almost as if someone were to be slowly taking their entire history from their mind.

Things that use to be easy for them to do, now become extremely challenging . Sometimes the easiest things that were so enjoyable now become obsolete, obscure and they even start to question if they even like it.

One of the most difficult and under appreciated sight of being a care giver for people with dementia is their dental care.  This can be extremely difficult particularly in the advanced stages the sufferer will not cooperate with you cleaning their teeth or actively resist you doing so.

Even the best Oak Park dentist will find it a challenge in getting the results that you may want. However, here are a few tips that may help.

• Depending on how far along or how far deteriorated their dental care has gone, dentures may be a good resolve for the right person. This would allow you to safely and systematically take on their dental care needs.
• If you come to find that they are more alert and aware at certain times of the day than other, plan the most important tasks such as their dental care around these times.
• If it’s the flavor of the toothpaste that creates difference with them, then try ‘childrens toothpaste’ sometimes a subtle change will be welcomed.
• A good relationship with the affected individual is not enough and you must resort to little tricks as you would a child to get them to cooperate. Never force the person into doing something against their will.
• Now if its just that they have chronic bad breath, there are several different products available in the market place that can help them with this.

Kindness goes a long way and YES your patience will also be tested at times, but remember, just like a small child who’s attention span is short and quick to temper, you patience will steer you a long way.

If you can get them to agree to some simple rules or routines, that helps also. Unfortunately dental care and general hygiene are two of the areas that get neglected the most in these cases. You may also want to reach your local Oak Park dentist to gain some additional advice, pointers and tips.