Aged care workers
Good oral health is vital for wellbeing at all ages. Below is some information that can assist carers and service providers to improve oral health of older people in their care.
Resources for you
Oral health for older people: a practical guide for aged care services
This publication is an important step in promoting the oral health of older Victorians; particularly those who are home bound or are being cared for in residential facilities.
Read the practical guide for aged care services
Better Oral Health in Residential Care (SA Dental Service)
A guide produced by the South Australian Dental Service to assist nurses and care workers to support better oral health in residential care facilities.
Read the guide for better oral health in residential care
Eat for health
Eat for health is a one stop shop for information about eating well. It houses the Australian Dietary Guidelines (2013) and includes a range of resources.
Visit the eat for health website
Information for your clients
How to brush guide (includes denture care)
How smoking affects your mouth
Top 10 oral health tips for older adults
Translated oral health information
Useful links
Better Health Channel - Home page
Better Health Channel - Teeth care
Better Health Channel - Flouride
Better Health Channel - Dentures
Better Health Channel - Gum disease
Better Health Channel - Teeth grinding
The Australian Dietary Guidelines (2013)
Rethink Sugary Drink - find out how much sugar is in various drinks
