{"id":892,"date":"2026-09-14T13:59:16","date_gmt":"2026-09-14T18:59:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.21stcenturydental.com\/blog\/visiting-the-dentist-how-to-encourage-a-loved-one\/"},"modified":"2026-09-14T13:59:16","modified_gmt":"2026-09-14T18:59:16","slug":"visiting-the-dentist-how-to-encourage-a-loved-one","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.21stcenturydental.com\/blog\/visiting-the-dentist-how-to-encourage-a-loved-one\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips to Encourage Your Loved One to Visit the Dentist"},"content":{"rendered":"
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You care about your loved ones, and you want what is best for them. Maybe you\u2019ve recently noticed that your elderly mom or dad\u2019s smile doesn\u2019t appear as healthy as it once did. You want to say something, but you don\u2019t want to embarrass them. Getting them in for a dental appointment matters, especially if it’s been a while. What can you do to encourage them to visit the dentist<\/a> for a checkup and cleaning? Here are a few tips to try.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Are Some Common Oral Health Problems Seniors Face?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As people get older, certain dental issues can arise, making it harder to maintain good oral health. Certain medications can increase the risk of gum disease, cavities, and tooth loss. If left untreated, these problems will only worsen, further impacting the rest of their body (heart disease, cognitive decline, bone loss, etc.).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Limited mobility can also make daily brushing and flossing challenging, so they may neglect morning and nighttime routines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Preventive dental care through biannual checkups and cleanings can improve their situation, but how can you encourage them to see a dentist?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visiting the Dentist: Tips to Help Your Loved One Take the Next Step<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As you help your loved one take the next step toward better oral health, here are some tips that might make it easier:<\/p>\n\n\n\n