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The elderly patient.

U Lowental, A Mersel

    Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, and Oral Pathology
    |February 1, 1983
    PubMed
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    Dentists must adopt a holistic approach to elderly patients, recognizing that age impacts their bio-psycho-social health. Fostering cooperation through respectful care is crucial for effective gerodontic treatment.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gerodontology
    • Geriatric Medicine
    • Dental Public Health

    Background:

    • Aging significantly influences the bio-psycho-social aspects of disease presentation in elderly individuals.
    • Dental practitioners may exhibit negative reactions towards geriatric patients, hindering optimal therapeutic engagement.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the impact of patient age on bio-psycho-social parameters in disease.
    • To emphasize the importance of a positive dentist attitude in geriatric dental care.
    • To underscore the necessity of dentist-patient cooperation in gerodontics.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review on aging and disease parameters.
    • Analysis of dentist attitudes towards elderly patients.
    • Exploration of principles for effective gerodontic patient interaction.

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    Main Results:

    • Elderly patients' age is a critical factor affecting their overall health status.
    • A dentist's perception of a patient's old age can negatively influence their therapeutic approach.
    • Cooperation is fundamental in gerodontics, requiring a specific patient interaction model.

    Conclusions:

    • Gerodontics necessitates a shift from age-related biases to a patient-centered, holistic care model.
    • Respectful and cooperative dentist-patient relationships are paramount for successful treatment outcomes in the elderly.
    • Addressing dentist attitudes is key to improving oral healthcare delivery for aging populations.