For your patients to realize optimal oral health, it’s important for them to follow any home care instructions they receive from you and your hygienist. Often, patients leave the office and never purchase the recommended home care products, maybe because they couldn’t find them in the store or because they simply forgot. Offering these items in your practice helps ensure patients buy the products that can best address their specific oral health situation, and that they actually use them when they get home. Even for practices that do not directly sell home care products, it is a good idea to be ready to answer patient questions about them and to offer a recommendation when appropriate.
What Types of Disposable Home Care Products Are Available for My Practice?
There are a variety of home care products you can offer to your patients. They include
dry mouth remedies to help alleviate the symptoms associated with this condition;
electric flossing systems designed to make cleaning between teeth and caring for gums easier;
electric toothbrushes that feature spinning heads, sonic cleaning capabilities or other mechanisms for more effective brushing;
home desensitizing agents that provide daily relief from sensitivity;
interproximal cleaning aids for cleaning wide interproximal spaces;
irrigation systems to help remove plaque left behind by brushing and flossing;
manual toothbrushes that can include custom practice branding;
prepackaged oral care kits that include a variety of products;
oral rinses both prescription and nonprescription, that help fight gingivitis and periodontal problems;
prescription toothpaste for patients who require specific, enhanced home care regimens; and
Xylitol oral care products .
What Should I Consider When Selecting Home Care Products?
Recommend products that best address each patient’s specific needs and that are easy to use. Make sure patients leave with clear instructions and understand why home care is so important to maintaining their oral health. It is also a good idea for you and your team members to try the products so you can provide firsthand recommendations.
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