THIS EPISODE OF CARING AND ABLE DIVES INTO THE WORLD OF DENTISTRY FOR HOMEBOUND SENIOR CITIZENS WHO MAY SUFFER FROM A FORM OF DEMENTIA.

Dr. Alisa Kauffman and Dr. Joy Poskozim talk about their experiences as house call dentists for the geriatric community in NYC and Chicago.

Join Dr. Kauffman as she asks Dr. Joy how she is able to take care of her patients in Chicago and how they experience very similar things between Chicago and NYC.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• How is Geriatric House Call Dentistry different than a traditional dentist?
• What is the process for getting new dentures, or repairing almost any set? What can be done about a loose denture? What is a Reline?
• What equipment do you carry, and how do you ensure your equipment is organized and sterile?
• What is the craziest story you have from treating a patient during a house call visit?
• What qualities do House Call Dentists need in order to operate with this niche demographic?
• Is Geriatric Dentistry taught in school? (actually no, but it should be).
• Why should dentists consider joining Geriatric House Call Dentistry, or start their own practice?
• Can you treat a patient if they cannot leave their bed?

Common questions for Dr. Klein and Geriatric House Call Dentistry

Q: What locations will Dr. Klein serve patients?
A: West Long Island

Q: What services can you perform in the home when serving patients?
A: Dr. Rachel Klein provides her patients in the West Long Island area with:

• Cleanings
• Exams & Consultations
• Emergencies
• Fabricate and Fix Dentures
• Reline Dentures
• Extractions
• Bridges
• Small Fillings

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