Articles
Who Signs the Consent Form? Guardianship, Supported Decision-Making, and Dental Treatment
Key Takeaways The person who accompanies a patient to a dental appointment is not necessarily the person who has legal authority to consent to treatment. Guardians, healthcare agents, or others with appropriate legal authority may make healthcare decisions in certain...
Not Every Barrier to Dental Care Is Visible
Some disabilities are easy for others to recognize. A wheelchair, a walker, a visible medical device, or a caregiver at someone’s side can signal that a person may need extra support. But many barriers to dental care are not visible. A patient may walk into a dental...
Eating, Speaking, Smiling: Why Geriatric Dental Care Is Central to Independence
When people think about independence in aging, they often focus on mobility, driving, or the ability to live alone. But some of the most meaningful markers of independence are quieter and easier to overlook: the ability to eat comfortably, speak clearly, and smile...
Partnership Expansion Announcement
Blende Dental Group: Home of the House Call Dentists is expanding partnerships with senior living communities. See the announcement here.