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What is Geriatric Dentistry?

Geriatric dentistry deals with special knowledge, attitudes and technical skills required in the provision of oral health care to older adults. Currently over 13.7% of the U.S. population is aged 65+ years, and this proportion will increase to 23% by the year 2040. The state of Ohio is one of nine states where the older adult population constitutes an increasingly significant percentage of the population.

Oral health is particularly important among the elderly. They are more susceptible to systemic conditions, making them predisposed to (More)

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Common Signs of Dental Disease and Dry Mouth Nutrition and Oral Health of the Older Adult Oral Health - Tobacco Use and Oral Cancer (More)

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Illustration of the Mouth - Image Tooth Anatomy Dental Health: Anatomy/Physiology

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Common Dental Symptoms (American Association of Endodontists) Dental X-rays

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Dental Procedures Dentures Side Effects of Medications on Oral Health (More)

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Aging and Toothbrushes: Broadband/1.5MB - Video (ADA Dental Minute) Aging and Toothbrushes: Dial up/346k - Video (ADA Dental Minute) Daily Oral Hygiene Routine (More)

Additional information on Dental and Oral Health (Seniors)

This topic is supported in part by Delta Dental of Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, and Tennessee and Renaissance .