[Patients of advanced age from the viewpoint of dental and medical students]

Medical students and students of dentistry was interviewed with regard to their opinions about old people and the value of the studies under the aspect of preparation for the medical care of old patients. From 1.006 students, 238 was random selected. The investigation was carried out with help of a questionnaire, contained 53 parameters. In the majority of students positive opinions about old peoples found. On the other hand defects in the education was demonstrated. Concluding proposals are given for the improvement of studies.