Objectives: To assess the influence of an oral health promotion program on oral health outcomes among independent elderly. Methods: A prospective study was performed among 71 elderly in a geriatric day center, and nursing home. At baseline, both groups received an oral hygiene presentation. Individual interview and dental examinations were performed. Each of the participants received oral hygiene instructions accompanied by written oral hygiene guidelines. After six months, the same questionnaire and oral examination were performed. Results: At baseline, 78% demonstrated good oral hygiene, 65% had high levels of bacterial biofilm, and 43% demonstrated severe chronic periodontitis. After six months, 86% demonstrated good oral hygiene (p<0.001), 46% had high levels of bacterial biofilm (p<0.001), and 20% demonstrated severe chronic periodontitis, (p=0.003). No statistical differences were revealed between the geriatric day center and nursing home groups. Conclusions: The current program emphasized the importance of a simple and low cost oral health pro­motion program aimed at self-supported elderly.