Dental Care for Seniors
​At Mind Body Teeth, we provide safe, compassionate, and specialist dental care tailored to the unique needs of seniors. Our services are led by Dr. Avanti Karve, a Specialist in Special Needs Dentistry with over 20 years of experience caring for older adults and those with complex medical conditions.
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Whether you’re managing diabetes, heart disease, cancer therapy, or simply want to maintain your smile in later life, Dr. Karve and our team deliver gentle, hospital-grade care in a welcoming, accessible environment.
👉 Book your senior dental appointment today – call us or book online.
Our Dental Services for Seniors
Why Senior Dental Care Matters
Your oral health is closely linked to your overall wellbeing. Seniors with poor oral health are more likely to experience heart complications, diabetes-related problems, and infections. Regular dental care helps prevent gum disease, tooth loss, and oral pain — all of which affect nutrition, comfort, and quality of life.
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Our Dental Services for Seniors
Under the care of Dr. Avanti Karve, we adapt every treatment to suit older adults, ensuring safety, comfort, and dignity:
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Comprehensive Oral Examinations – Detecting decay, gum disease, and bite issues early.
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Professional Cleaning (Scale & Polish) – Removing plaque and tartar to protect gum health.
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Digital X-Rays & Imaging – Low-radiation scans for accurate diagnosis.
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Dental Fillings – Tooth-coloured restorations for natural appearance.
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Tooth Extractions – Gentle removal of damaged or infected teeth.
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Crowns & Bridges – Restoring chewing ability and confidence.
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Root Canal Therapy – Preserving natural teeth and relieving infection.
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Dentures & Splints – Custom-made solutions for missing teeth or teeth grinding.
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Oral Health Education – Practical advice on hygiene, diet, and home care.
👉 Ask us about affordable dental care options for seniors.
Specialised Care for Medically Complex Patients
As a Specialist in Special Needs Dentistry, Dr. Karve works closely with your GP, specialists, or hospital team to ensure treatments are safe and appropriate. Our clinic is equipped to:
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Adapt care for conditions like diabetes, heart disease, or epilepsy.
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Manage side effects of medications, such as dry mouth or gum changes.
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Provide sedation or hospital-based treatment when required.
Gentle, Anxiety-Aware Dentistry
Dental fear is common in seniors, especially after past negative experiences. Dr. Karve takes a trauma-informed, compassionate approach:
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Longer, unrushed appointments.
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Clear explanations and reassurance at every step.
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Comfort aids like music, blankets, or happy gas.
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Sedation and hospital-based treatment for severe cases.
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Oral Health Care for Older People in NSW
Maintaining good oral health in older adults is vital to their overall wellbeing. The Oral Health Care for Older People in NSW Toolkit, developed by the Centre for Oral Health Strategy, highlights that oral health and general health are closely linked — many conditions in older individuals share common risk factors. The toolkit encourages a partnership approach between oral health professionals, healthcare providers, and carers to ensure older people receive holistic, person-centred care.
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It also stresses the importance of prevention — identifying and managing oral health risks early to minimise complications later in life. By supporting collaboration across disciplines and focusing on prevention, providers can help older adults maintain comfort, nutrition, and quality of life as they age.
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Under the care of Dr. Avanti Karve, we adapt every treatment to suit older adults, ensuring safety, comfort, and dignity:
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Comprehensive Oral Examinations – Detecting decay, gum disease, and bite issues early.
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Professional Cleaning (Scale & Polish) – Removing plaque and tartar to protect gum health.
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Digital X-Rays & Imaging – Low-radiation scans for accurate diagnosis.
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Dental Fillings – Tooth-coloured restorations for natural appearance.
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Tooth Extractions – Gentle removal of damaged or infected teeth.
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Crowns & Bridges – Restoring chewing ability and confidence.
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Root Canal Therapy – Preserving natural teeth and relieving infection.
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Dentures & Splints – Custom-made solutions for missing teeth or teeth grinding.
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Oral Health Education – Practical advice on hygiene, diet, and home care.
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👉 Ask us about affordable dental care options for seniors.​
Senior Dental Care FAQs
Who is Dr. Avanti Karve?
Dr. Avanti Karve is a Specialist in Special Needs Dentistry with over 20 years of experience providing compassionate, expert care for seniors, medically complex patients, and individuals with special needs.
What makes Mind Body Teeth different from other dental clinics?
We combine specialist expertise, hospital-standard safety, and a trauma-informed, patient-first approach, ensuring every patient receives safe, personalised care.
Do you treat patients with complex medical conditions?
Yes. We work closely with GPs, specialists, and hospitals to safely manage dental care for patients with diabetes, heart disease, cancer therapy, or immune disorders.
What does trauma-informed care mean at Mind Body Teeth?
It means we prioritise patient comfort, respect, and emotional safety. Gentle treatment, clear explanations, desensitisation visits, and comfort aids are provided to reduce fear or anxiety.
Is your clinic accessible for seniors and patients with mobility challenges?
Absolutely. Yes our clinic is wheelchair-friendly and equipped with adjustable chairs and comfort-focused equipment for safe, easy access.
Do you provide sedation or hospital-based dental care?
Yes. For patients who cannot tolerate treatment in the chair, we offer sedation dentistry (IV sedation, happy gas) and hospital-based care under general anaesthesia in accredited hospitals.
What dental treatments are available?
We provide a full range of services including preventive care, fillings, crowns, bridges, dentures, extractions, root canals, and oral health education, all adapted for seniors and special needs patients.
How do you support patients with dental anxiety?
We use gentle desensitisation, comfort aids, and sedation options. Each step is patient-led to ensure a positive, stress-free dental experience.
Do you provide dental care in aged care facilities or hospitals?
Yes. We offer on-site and inpatient dental care where required, ensuring continuity of care for seniors who cannot easily visit the clinic.
How does medication or age affect oral health in seniors?
Some medications may cause dry mouth, gum changes, or delayed healing. Common age-related issues include gum disease, tooth wear, and slower healing. We adapt care to manage these risks.
What preventive treatments help seniors the most?
Regular professional cleans, fluoride treatments, and personalised oral health advice help prevent decay, gum disease, and other oral health problems.
Do you work with families and carers?
Yes. We involve carers as partners in treatment, providing guidance, training, and follow-up support to help maintain oral health at home.
Is dental care at Mind Body Teeth affordable?
We offer affordable dental care options for seniors and special needs patients, ensuring quality treatment without compromising safety or comfort.
Why should families trust Mind Body Teeth and Dr. Karve?
With specialist expertise, hospital-standard safety, compassionate care, and accessible clinic, we prioritise every patient’s health, comfort, and dignity, making us a trusted choice for seniors and medically complex patients.
Meet Dr Avanti Karve
Dr. Avanti Karve is a Specialist in Special Needs Dentistry with more than 20 years of experience treating seniors and patients with complex medical needs. She is passionate about improving quality of life through oral health, and her trauma-informed, patient-first approach ensures every senior feels respected and cared for.
Book Your Senior Dental Appointment Today
At Mind Body Teeth, we believe every senior deserves safe, respectful, and dignified dental care. From routine check-ups to complex medical cases, Dr. Karve and our friendly team are here to support you and your loved ones.
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At Mind Body Teeth, we provide expert geriatric dentistry and dental care for elderly patients in Sydney, tailored to the unique needs of older adults. Our clinic offers affordable dental care options for seniors without compromising quality or safety. Whether you need routine check-ups, restorative treatments, or emergency dental care for seniors, our team delivers gentle, personalised care in a comfortable, accessible environment.
📞 Call us today or book an appointment online to get started.
Helpful Resources for Senior Dental Care
At Mind Body Teeth, we want our patients and their families to feel empowered and informed. Below are trusted, up-to-date resources from Australian government and health organisations covering senior oral health, medical conditions, funding, and public dental services.
General Oral Health for Older Adults
Aged Care Quality & Safety Commission – Oral Health in Aged Care
Practical guidance for maintaining oral health in residential aged care.
Looking after your oral health – Resident Fact Sheet:
AIHW – Oral Health and Dental Care in Australia
Key stats and trends in dental care and oral health across all age groups, including older adults.
Oral Health Overview – AIHW
Oral Health & Medical Conditions
Diabetes Australia – Oral Health and Diabetes
Understand how diabetes can affect your gums, teeth, and oral healing.
Dental Support for Seniors
My Aged Care – Oral Health Support at HomeFind out what dental care support is available through home care packages and aged care services.Oral Care – My Aged Care