A clinic visit can be deeply distressing for a patient with dementia. Dent@Home brings complete, professional dental care to their familiar, safe, comfortable home — where they remain calm.
Patients with dementia often cannot communicate pain. Dental problems go unnoticed for months — causing infections, weight loss, and a measurable decline in quality of life.
Tooth pain causes behaviour changes that caregivers often do not connect to the mouth — increasing distress for everyone.
Gum disease is linked to increased inflammation, which may worsen cognitive symptoms over time.
Oral infections in immunocompromised dementia patients can spread quickly and become dangerous.
Poorly fitting dentures cause constant pain, reduce food intake, and lead to weight loss and malnutrition.
Good oral hygiene reduces the risk of aspiration pneumonia — a leading cause of death in late-stage dementia.
Regular professional dental care for a dementia patient is not optional. It is essential to their wellbeing.
The unfamiliar environment, bright lights, waiting rooms, and strangers of a clinic can trigger extreme anxiety. Home changes everything.
Familiar surroundings reduce anxiety and agitation significantly
No transport stress, no waiting rooms, no clinic noise or disorientation
Family members can stay present and reassure the patient throughout treatment
Treatment can be paused and resumed without disrupting a clinic schedule
The patient's daily routine is maintained — no displacement to an unfamiliar location
Caregivers assist with positioning and communication — we work as a team
Our doctors are trained and experienced in working with patients who have cognitive decline. We do not rush. We do not use restraints. We work at the patient's pace.
We introduce ourselves slowly and calmly, speaking in simple, reassuring language — giving the patient time to become comfortable before any examination begins.
We use specially adapted techniques to reduce sensory overwhelm, and break treatment into shorter sessions where needed for the patient's comfort.
We coordinate with the family on the best time of day when the patient is most alert and calm — maximising cooperation and minimising distress.
We never force treatment. If the patient is too distressed on a particular visit, we reschedule. We have successfully treated many patients considered unmanageable by others.
For patients who cannot communicate, we assess oral health visually and through gentle examination, working with family and caregivers to understand comfort and signs of pain.
After every visit, our doctor guides the caregiver on how to clean the patient's teeth, how to manage dentures, and what signs to watch for between visits.
From routine check-ups to emergency care — our team handles the complete range of dental treatments, entirely at home.
Dental Examination & Oral Health Assessment
Digital X-Rays with Portable Handheld Equipment
Teeth Cleaning, Scaling & Tartar Removal
Tooth Extractions for Damaged or Painful Teeth
Complete & Partial Dentures — Repair, Relining & New Fabrication
Fillings & Restorations for Cavities
Treatment of Gum Disease
Oral Cancer Screening
Dental Emergencies — Pain, Abscess & Broken Teeth
Caregiver Guidance on Oral Hygiene for Dependent Patients
Simple, stress-free, and fully guided from start to follow-up.
Our team contacts you within 2 hours of your enquiry. Tell us about your loved one's condition and current dental concerns.
We discuss the patient's cognitive condition, their daily routine, and what time of day they are most calm — so we arrive fully prepared.
Our dentist arrives at home for a gentle, unhurried examination — at the hour that works best for the patient, with family present.
We prepare a straightforward plan and discuss it in full with the family before anything begins — no surprises.
At the patient's pace, in their own space — with the family present throughout. We pause and adapt as needed.
We schedule follow-ups every 3–6 months and guide your caregiver on daily oral hygiene to maintain oral health between visits.
We also serve patients in eldercare homes and nursing facilities. Unsure if we cover your area? Call us — we'll confirm within minutes.
This is extremely common with dementia patients. Our doctors are trained in managing non-cooperation with patience and gentle techniques. We will never force treatment. If the patient is too distressed on a particular visit, we reschedule for a better day. We have successfully treated many patients who were considered unmanageable by other providers.
Yes. We assess oral health visually and through gentle examination, and we work with the family and caregivers to understand the patient's comfort and any signs of pain. Communication difficulty is never a barrier to receiving care.
We recommend a professional check-up and cleaning every 3–6 months for dementia patients. We also advise an immediate visit whenever there are signs of pain, difficulty eating, or behaviour changes that may indicate dental problems.
Yes. We consider caregiver education a core part of our service. After each visit, our doctor will guide the caregiver on how to clean the patient's teeth, how to manage dentures, and what signs to watch for between visits.
Yes. We follow the exact same sterilisation and infection control protocols as a clinic. All instruments are sterilised, our team wears full PPE, and the treatment area is prepared to clinical standards at your home.
Yes. We serve patients in private residences, eldercare homes, and nursing facilities across Mumbai, Thane, Navi Mumbai, and Pune. If you manage a care facility and would like to discuss regular visits for your residents, please call us.
Call us today. We'll understand the patient's needs over the phone and respond within 2 hours.