Tzeadim › 65 and over

Health · Routine

Chewing, swallowing and denture fit

What it is

Coughing during meals, or dentures that no longer fit, quietly cut food intake.

from 75 · until 120

Checked at the yearly dental visit

Always on

1. Coughing or a wet voice during or after meals is worth a speech therapist referral through the kupah.
2. Dentures need refitting as the gums change; a loose plate means softer, less nutritious food.
3. Sit fully upright to eat, and no talking with a full mouth — the simplest safety measures.

Related

• Dental check and cleaning every 6–12 months

Sources

• Integrated Care for Older People (ICOPE) — World Health Organization · checked 30-08-2026
• Older adults portal — Israel Ministry of Health · checked 30-08-2026

Last reviewed 30-08-2026 · Confidence: medium

Compiled with AI assistance from the public sources listed above. Not yet reviewed by a clinician — check anything important against the source, with Tipat Halav or with your doctor.