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Geriatric pharmacology.

Marc W Heft1, Angelo J Mariotti

  • 1Claude D. Pepper Center for Research on Oral Health in Aging, 1600 Southwest Archer Road, Gainesville, FL, USA. mwheft@nersp.nerdc.ufl.edu

Dental Clinics of North America
|November 20, 2002
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As populations age, geriatric pharmacology becomes crucial for addressing the health needs of older adults. This review covers aging-related physiological, non-physiological, and pharmacological changes impacting dental practice.

Area of Science:

  • Geriatric pharmacology
  • Dental practice
  • Aging physiology

Background:

  • The global population is aging, increasing the focus on older adult health.
  • Older adults experience a higher incidence of chronic diseases and polypharmacy.
  • Geriatric pharmacology has emerged as a critical subspecialty to address these needs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the physiological and pharmacological changes associated with aging.
  • To discuss non-physiologic aspects relevant to older adults.
  • To outline the implications of these changes for dental practice.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of physiological changes in aging.
  • Analysis of non-physiologic factors affecting health in older adults.

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  • Examination of pharmacologic alterations and their impact on medication use.

    • Main Results:

    • Aging involves significant physiological and metabolic shifts.
    • Non-physiologic factors like socioeconomic status and social support influence health.
    • Pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic changes alter drug responses in older adults.

    Conclusions:

    • Understanding aging-related changes is essential for optimizing dental care for older patients.
    • Geriatric pharmacology principles should be integrated into dental practice.
    • Tailored approaches are necessary to manage medication-related risks in this demographic.