Oral Health
This essay will describe the nurses role in relation to promoting clients oral health. This
essay begins by firstly describing what oral health is, going on to then answer what is
good oral health care. It then goes on to discuss when and how oral hygiene is promoted
and what the consequences are of bad mouth care.
What is oral health? This is a frequently asked question with many different answers.
Brooker and Waugh state that “ oral care is a basic hygiene need in both healthy and sick
people.” it is an everyday routine which allow us to keep our mouths, gums and teeth in
good condition to help prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
Within the mouth cavity we have teeth and a tongue used along with the digestive system.
The teeth are used for biting and chewing and swallowing as well as enabling us to speak.
Not only is the mouth used as the first part of the digestive system, but to a lot of people
the teeth are a very important aspect to their personal appearance. To maintain healthy
teeth and gums, people should be visiting their dentist every six months or at least yearly
for check ups.(McQueen 2008) Brushing teeth at least twice per day with a fluoride
toothpaste and mouthwash, also trying to limit sugary foods and drinks to mealtimes. All
of these aim to reduce tooth and gum diseases and maintain peoples natural teeth.(McQueen
2008) The most effective way to reduce plaque, remove excess food and maintain healthy
gums is by brushing teeth twice daily and after meals and sugary snacks. Flossing after
brushing helps to remove food debris from the gums that cannot be reached by the
toothbrush. By flossing, a person is reducing the risk of having inflamed gums. (p.559
Alexander et al 2002). For people who find it difficult in brushing their teeth due to
maybe having a disability, may find it easier using an electric toothbrush or ones with
larger handles as
essay begins by firstly describing what oral health is, going on to then answer what is
good oral health care. It then goes on to discuss when and how oral hygiene is promoted
and what the consequences are of bad mouth care.
What is oral health? This is a frequently asked question with many different answers.
Brooker and Waugh state that “ oral care is a basic hygiene need in both healthy and sick
people.” it is an everyday routine which allow us to keep our mouths, gums and teeth in
good condition to help prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
Within the mouth cavity we have teeth and a tongue used along with the digestive system.
The teeth are used for biting and chewing and swallowing as well as enabling us to speak.
Not only is the mouth used as the first part of the digestive system, but to a lot of people
the teeth are a very important aspect to their personal appearance. To maintain healthy
teeth and gums, people should be visiting their dentist every six months or at least yearly
for check ups.(McQueen 2008) Brushing teeth at least twice per day with a fluoride
toothpaste and mouthwash, also trying to limit sugary foods and drinks to mealtimes. All
of these aim to reduce tooth and gum diseases and maintain peoples natural teeth.(McQueen
2008) The most effective way to reduce plaque, remove excess food and maintain healthy
gums is by brushing teeth twice daily and after meals and sugary snacks. Flossing after
brushing helps to remove food debris from the gums that cannot be reached by the
toothbrush. By flossing, a person is reducing the risk of having inflamed gums. (p.559
Alexander et al 2002). For people who find it difficult in brushing their teeth due to
maybe having a disability, may find it easier using an electric toothbrush or ones with
larger handles as