Oral health is not separate from general health, but maintaining oral health is definitely difficult and different in old age. The design and implementation of comprehensive preventive dentistry protocols for elders present the dental profession with many challenges. Although a specific protocol must be tailored to meet the unique needs of the individual patient, there are certain factors common to the elderly segment of the population that may influence these protocols.
Elders above 65 years have health problems as a result of the ging process, which calls for special consideration. According to the WHO, the global population is increasing at the annual rate of 1.7%, while the population of those over 65 years is increasing at a rate of 2.5%. Oral health in Elderly Nutrition and implications for oral care Poor oral health can be a detrimental factor to nutritional status and health.…
