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[Dental aspects of aging].
1Vakgroep Cariologie en Endodontologie, Faculteit Geneeskunde en Tandheelkunde, Katholieke Universiteit te Nijmegen.
Tijdschrift Voor Gerontologie En Geriatrie
|October 1, 1990
Summary
Maintaining oral health is crucial throughout life, especially for older adults facing increased risks of dental caries, periodontal disease, and denture complications. Preventive and restorative dental care, including advancements in adhesive dentistry and implantology, can improve oral function and quality of life.
Area of Science:
- Geriatric Dentistry
- Oral Health Maintenance
- Dental Public Health
Context:
- Aging populations experience a decline in oral functions, increasing the risk of dental caries, periodontal disease, and complications from tooth extractions and dentures.
- Oral health is integral to overall well-being, influencing nutrition, speech, and social interaction, particularly in older adults.
- The Dutch population faces evolving dental care needs with an aging demographic.
Purpose:
- To review the challenges and advancements in maintaining oral health in the elderly.
- To assess the impact of preventive measures, restorative treatments, adhesive dentistry, and dental implantology on oral health outcomes.
- To project future trends in dental care demand and provision for the Dutch population.
Summary:
- Dental caries, wear, periodontal disease, and issues with dentures are significant concerns for older adults.
- Preventive strategies and restorative treatments, alongside innovations like adhesive dentistry and dental implants, can extend dental life and improve function.
- Epidemiological data and simulations suggest no major shifts in overall dental care needs but a notable transition towards care for adults and the elderly.
Impact:
- Highlights the importance of tailored dental care strategies for aging populations.
- Emphasizes the role of modern dental technologies in enhancing the quality of life for elderly individuals.
- Informs public health policy regarding the allocation of dental resources towards geriatric care.