This workshop focuses on strengthening collaboration between dental professionals, physicians, and paramedics in elderly care. The aging population demands an integrated approach that emphasizes prevention, communication, and knowledge sharing.
We will discuss the pathology of the geriatric mouth, the role of various disciplines, and provide practical tools for effective collaboration with clients living with dementia.

Topics:

• Multidisciplinary collaboration in elderly care
• Disciplines involved: dental care professionals, physicians and paramedics
• The role of prevention in aging
• Dementia and oral care
• Pathology of the geriatric mouth
• Tips & tricks for oral care for people with dementia