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Tips for helping Mum with toothbrushing when she has mild dementia

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Hecho · 10/09/2026 10:49

My mum has mild dementia, lives independently with daily visits from a nurse. Her oral hygeine is poor, it seems she isn't brushing thoroughly. Does anyone have and experience or recommendations? Would an electric toothbrush help? Sonic or rotating? She has a strong gag reflex, so I need to take that into account. Thank you😌

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Hecho · 11/09/2026 10:16

usernamesaresohard · 10/09/2026 14:55

The Alzheimer’s society has suggestions and maybe ask the nurse who comes or your mum’s dentist?

Thanks for the reply 🙂. On advice, I've ordered a small head sonic toothbrush.

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