Comfort Care
Comfort care is not about doing less — it’s about doing what matters most, with gentlest hands and clearest intent.
At Lone Pine Dental Hygiene, we understand that oral care needs change as health changes. Our comfort care services provide gentle, respectful support for patients who may no longer tolerate full dental hygiene procedures. This approach is especially important for those in long-term care, living with advanced health conditions, or experiencing changes that make standard treatment difficult.
Our team of registered dental hygienists focuses on maintaining dignity, reducing discomfort, and supporting overall well-being. Comfort care may include:
Soft brushing or foam swabs
Moisturizing dry lips and tissues
Gentle cleaning only as tolerated
Collaboration with families and care staff to ensure consent and comfort
“Even simple oral care — moistening the lips or gently cleaning the mouth — can bring dignity and comfort to those who are frail or unwell”
— World Health Organization, Oral Health in Ageing Populations