As people age, it can become increasingly difficult to physically attend medical appointments, including visits to the dentist. But imagine having the ability to receive professional dental care from the comfort of your favorite chair at home. No need to worry about transportation, parking, or mobility challenges. Kalaheo Dental Group makes this possible through tele-dentistry in Kalaheo, HI. We bring professional dental consultations right to your living room.
Benefits for seniors include:
- Virtual consultations that cut out mobility concerns
- Caregiver participation in video appointments for better support
- Remote evaluation of denture fit, sore spots, and dry mouth issues
- Medication and medical history reviews
Breaking Down Mobility Barriers
Scheduling a virtual appointment is easy. All you have to do is call (808) 332-9445 or click here to make your appointment. Our friendly team will determine if your needs can be best met through tele-dentistry and schedule your appointment for a convenient time.
You’ll be emailed a video link or receive a phone call at your appointment time. If your dentist has photos or x-rays to review with you, you’ll get a link to those as well.
Virtual Assessments for Dentures and Other Common Issues
Remote dental care for seniors in Kalaheo is a great tool for your dentist to evaluate your situation and determine the best next steps. For example, your dentist can assess denture fit problems and sore spots by observing you as you fit your dentures.
They can also review dry mouth symptoms and analyze how your medications may be affecting your oral health. Medical history reviews help your dentist understand how conditions like diabetes or heart disease affect your dental treatment needs.
While your dentist obviously cannot perform any dental procedures virtually (unfortunately, we don’t yet live in such a high-tech future), they can determine whether you need immediate in-person care.
Tips for At-Home Assessment Photos
To help your dentist understand problems you may be having, they may ask you to take pictures of specific areas of your mouth. How seniors in Kalaheo can use tele-dentistry most effectively involves proper appointment preparation. Here are some tips:
- Find bright, natural lighting when taking pictures of problem areas for your dentist to review.
- If you're taking pictures for denture issues, remove the dentures and take photos of both your gums and your dentures separately.
- Have your medication list ready for review.
- Ensure that caregivers can join the call if needed.
Schedule Your Online Dental Consultation in Kalaheo
Tele-dentistry is especially valuable for seniors with compromised health who want to minimize office visits while maintaining oral health. Even if you're not currently a Kalaheo Dental Group patient, you can make an urgent consultation appointment. Contact the office at (808) 332-9445 to discover how virtual dental care keeps your smile healthy from home.