Long-Term Care

Contacting a mobile dental hygiene service for a long-term care facility involves reaching out to a dental hygiene provider to inquire about and schedule dental care services that can be delivered directly to the facility using a mobile dental unit. This approach is particularly beneficial for residents of long-term care facilities who may face challenges in accessing traditional dental clinics.

Process

Contact Initiation: Long-term care facilities contact mobile dental hygiene providers via phone, email, or online form below.
Facility Information: Facility details, resident count, and scheduling preferences are provided to the dental hygiene service.
Service Discussion: The dental hygiene provider discusses offered services, including cleanings, exams, and preventive treatments.
Scheduling: Mutual interest leads to scheduling, coordinating dates for the mobile dental unit to visit the facility.
Paperwork and Consent: Necessary paperwork and consents are collected to comply with regulations and gather resident information.

On-Site Dental Care

Arrival of Mobile Unit: The equipped mobile dental unit arrives on schedule at the long-term care facility.
Dental Services: The dental hygiene team provides services, including cleanings, exams,, fluoride treatments, and oral hygiene education.

Post-Service Steps

Documentation:
Detailed documentation of services, findings, and follow-up recommendations is maintained.
Follow-Up Care:
Recommendations for follow-up care or additional services are provided based on visit findings.

Billing and Coordination

Billing Process: Coordination of billing, involving insurance, private pay, or government healthcare programs, if applicable.

Benefits of Mobile Dental Hygiene

Accessibility: Enhances dental care accessibility for residents, overcoming travel challenges.
Convenience: Minimizes logistical challenges by bringing dental care directly to the facility.
Comprehensive Care: Residents receive comprehensive dental care in a familiar environment.
Individualized Attention: Tailored care considers the unique needs and preferences of each resident.
Reduced Disruptions: Minimizes disruptions to daily routines for both residents and facility operations.
Preventive Focus: Promotes preventive oral health measures, addressing issues proactively.
Efficiency and Coordination: Streamlines scheduling and coordination, ensuring efficient dental care for multiple residents.
Improved Oral Health Outcomes: Boosts overall well-being through convenient, accessible, and personalized oral health services.

Contacting mobile dental hygiene services for long-term care facilities addresses oral health barriers, offering a tailored and convenient approach for residents.