Older adults have the most diverse clinical and physical
presentation than any other age group. We could see fully functioning independent
adults, frail older adults characterized by numerous medical conditions that
impair mobility and dexterity and those who are dependent on help to carry out
the normal daily activities.
. Age is often a
primary consideration when developing a treatment plan but it is important to
assess each patient’s individual needs and capacities instead of relying on
stereotypes of aging.
The rapid growth of the elderly population affects dentistry
in a number of ways.
1/ the elderly are retaining teeth longer than the previous generation
Approximately
90% of the seniors who have their natural teeth have experienced decay with 64
% suffering from periodontal
or gum disease.
2/ the body changes that occur with aging often make
treatment planning more complex.
3/ medical problems and medications complicate and in some
cases exacerbate dental disease.
Limitations in frail older adults create barriers to achieving
and maintaining optimum oral health.
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information.
Revisit this site next week for more on prevention and
disease management of this vulnerable group.
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