Hospital discharge is just the start of recovery. For seniors, proper elderly dental hygiene is a vital defense against dangerous post-discharge infections.

The mouth naturally carries bacteria. When a senior's immune system is compromised after surgery or illness, poor oral care allows harmful bacteria to multiply. This can lead to severe complications like pneumonia or systemic sepsis. Caregivers must ensure dentures are removed nightly and the mouth is cleaned every 48 hours to preserve immunity.

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