Sonya Dunbar, RDH, has launched the "Geriatric Oral Care Certification," an online program accredited by the American Mobile and Teledentistry Alliance.
Sonya Dunbar, RDH.
The program is designed for dental professionals committed to improving older adults' oral care in long-term facilities. It aims to address the unique challenges, such as mobility issues, medical complexities, and cognitive impairments like dementia, of older adults. Dental professionals learn about aging mouths, oral health assessments, care planning, and collaborating with caregivers and medical staff.
Also, the program aims to tackle barriers to oral care, such as socioeconomic and cultural challenges, and highlights signs of neglect and elder abuse.
For more information, visit Dunbar's website.
