1, collect basic information of the elderly, such as age, gender, living habits (such as smoking, drinking, diet, etc. ), family history, drug abuse, etc.
Conduct a comprehensive oral examination and record the teeth, gums and oral mucosa of the elderly. Examination includes but is not limited to tooth loss, dental caries, periodontal disease, oral cancer, etc.
3. According to the basic information collected and the results of oral examination, the oral health risk of the elderly was evaluated. Evaluation factors include but are not limited to the incidence of oral diseases, family history, living habits, oral hygiene status, etc.
4. According to the risk assessment results, the oral health risks of the elderly are divided into three levels: low risk, medium risk and high risk.
5, according to the risk level, provide targeted oral health advice for the elderly. For example, for high-risk elderly people, it is recommended to have regular oral examinations, change bad living habits and strengthen oral hygiene.
6. It is suggested that the elderly should have regular oral reexamination, monitor the changes of oral health status, and adjust risk assessment and health suggestions as needed.