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TheMouthandOral
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LEARNING OUTCOME 1
Explain normal changes of aging in the mouth and oral
cavity.
Others
Disabled
Homebound (Restricted or confined to home)
Institutionalized
Speech
Facial appearance
Source of halitosis
Risk factors
Dry mouth
Diabetes
Altered immune response
Use of inhaled steroids
Manifestations
Eroded ulcerations in the oral cavity
Secondary infection
Pain with eating and drinking
Systemic illness
Aspiration pneumonia
Heart disease
Mouth rinses
Dietary modifications
Avoidhard-to-swallow or chewy foods
Careful use of fluids while eating
Chlorhexidine (Peridex)
Secondary infections
Treatments
Meticulous oral hygiene
Frequent use of isotonic saline mouthwash
Mouth rinses