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Issues in financing dental care for the elderly.

J A Jones1, R Adelson, L C Niessen

  • 1Geriatric Dental Program Veterans Affairs Medical Center Bedford, MA.

Journal of Public Health Dentistry
|January 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Elderly patients are a growing demographic in dental care, with many at high risk for oral disease and limited access. Policy changes are needed to address these oral health disparities in older adults.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Dental Public Health
  • Health Services Research

Background:

  • The elderly population is expanding, increasing their representation in dental practices.
  • A significant portion of older adults face high risks for oral diseases.
  • Access to dental treatment remains a challenge for many elderly individuals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current research on the oral health of the elderly.
  • To identify high-risk groups within the elderly population for policy consideration.
  • To propose policy options for improving oral healthcare access and outcomes for seniors.

Main Methods:

  • Review of recent epidemiologic research.
  • Analysis of demographic trends in the elderly population.

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  • Examination of health services research related to dental care access and utilization.

    • Main Results:

    • Significant segments of the elderly population are identified as high-risk for oral diseases.
    • Many elderly individuals experience limited access to necessary dental treatments.
    • Oral care is categorized into primary, acute, and rehabilitative components.

    Conclusions:

    • The elderly are a high-risk group warranting specific policy considerations for oral health.
    • Integrating dental care funding with other primary health services can improve outcomes.
    • Multi-level policy approaches (federal, state, local) are crucial for meeting the future oral health needs of elders.