Dentures, dysphagia, and swallowing safety — how do they all connect?

In this first episode of Speech Talk, speech-language pathologists Eva Johnson and Emily Brady dive deep into the world of speech therapy for older adults, focusing on oral phase dysphagia, denture fit, and swallowing disorders in medically complex patients. Perfect for SLPs, SLP grad students, and anyone interested in speech therapy, aging, and oral health, this episode sets the tone for a show that’s research-driven, patient-focused, and deeply relatable.

You’ll learn:

• What current research says about removable dentures and swallowing efficiency


• How denture use impacts oral sensitivity and aspiration risk


• Why proper oral care and denture hygiene matter more than ever


• Clinical tips for bedside SLP evaluations


• Funny but educational stories from real patient encounters

Articles Cited:

• 
  The Effects of Removable Dentures on Swallowing” by Dae-Sik Son et al.

• Futura and Yamashita titled “Oral Health and Swallowing Problems

Freebie: 

• Denture In service

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