We Deliver Care to Seniors Right Where They

Give our office a call at 208-819-2183 for more information or to request an appointment.

We accept all insurances and will make the onboarding process very easy for you.

We look forward to taking care of you and becoming your primary care provider.

Dr. Meza and his medical team deliver convenient, compassionate primary care, including lab services, mobile x-ray, and ultrasound, for patients and residents of Post Acute and Long-Term Care Facilities, Assisted Living Facilities and associated Independent Living Facilities in our region. The care teams at all facilities have access to Dr. Meza’s team 24/7 and will always have their questions answered by our team member who is well-versed in this arena of healthcare while having access to all current medical records necessary to make safe and rapid clinical decisions.

Ahealthy smile is more than a way to dazzle those you flash it at; in fact, your oral health affects your overall health. Your mouth plays a crucial role for everything you do, so it’s important to keep your oral health in tip top shape. But sometimes that can be difficult.

Brushing and flossing are necessary because they’re the first line of defense that you manage at home. If you have difficulty gripping your toothbrush though, don’t give up! Try a larger handle for your toothbrush by adding a flexible bicycle handlebar grip or cut a slot in a tennis ball to fit the handle of your toothbrush into. The key is to brush regularly, at least twice a day for two minutes each time.

Flossing disrupts the bacteria below the gum line, it dislodges food particles bacteria thrive on, and keeps your gums healthy, helping you avoid gingivitis, the first stage of gum disease. If it’s been a while, wrap about 18 inches of floss around your middle fingers. Use your index finger and thumb to guide the floss between your teeth. Slide the floss against the sides of each tooth and go under the gums slightly to scoop up plaque that collects there. Don’t saw it back and forth, you could cut your gum tissue that way. And again, if you have dexterity issues, there are flossing holders, picks, and other options available.

This is a lot of information, but it’s important to remain vigilant. See a dentist soon if you notice:

• Changes in the color or feel of your gums, lips, inside cheeks, roof of the mouth, or tongue. These may indicate conditions such as a vitamin deficiency, yeast infection, or oral cancer.

• Any lumps, thick or rough patches, or red or white spots that last longer than two weeks, even if they are small. Don’t wait!

• Bleeding gums if you are regularly brushing and flossing.

• Changes in the color of a single tooth, or black, brown, or green staining of teeth along the gum line.

• A loose tooth, or pus coming from the gums or around the teeth (i.e., an infection).

• A sudden change in how your dentures or partials fit.

• Difficulty swallowing or speaking, or a persistent feeling of something caught in your throat.

• Numb or painful areas, or difficulty chewing or moving your tongue.

As we age our oral health is as important as ever. Retirement might mean taking a break from your job, but your teeth never get a rest from theirs. See your dentist at least twice each year and protect your smile and yourself with good oral health.