Golden Smiles: Tackling Periodontal Challenges in Geriatric Care

Uma Subbiah; Vijayalakshmi Rajaram; Burnice Nalinakumari; Jaideep Mahendra; Lakshmi Priya

doi:10.37841/jidam.2023.v11.i1.002

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📝Abstract

Geriodontology is the area of dentistry that focuses on diagnosing, treating, and preventing oral problems in the elderly. Advancements in medicine have led to longer life expectancy, but also an increase in comorbidities and difficulties among the elderly. Common dental issues include tooth attrition, xerostomia-induced caries, chronic periodontal disorders, and partial edentulousness. When managing these cases, it is important to consider other systemic disorders, age, and social/environmental factors. A multimodal treatment strategy and particular training for dentists are necessary for efficient and consistent maintenance regimens. This review paper discusses periodontal management for older individuals and offers future suggestions for improving oral healthcare during this stage of life.

Keywords: Geriatric Dentistry, Periodontal Disease, Geriodontology, Xerostomia, Polypharmacy, Oral Health

Received: 06 October 2023 | Accepted: 15 November 2023 | Published: 30 January 2024

🔖How to Cite

Subbiah U, Rajaram V, Nalinakumari B, Mahendra J, Priya L. Golden Smiles: Tackling Periodontal Challenges in Geriatric Care. J Indian Dent Assoc Madras. 2024;11(1). DOI: 10.37841/jidam.2024.v11.i1.002

Subbiah, U., Rajaram, V., Nalinakumari, B., Mahendra, J., & Priya, L. (2024). Golden Smiles: Tackling Periodontal Challenges in Geriatric Care. Journal of Indian Dental Association Madras, 11(1). https://doi.org/10.37841/jidam.2024.v11.i1.002

Subbiah, Uma, et al. "Golden Smiles: Tackling Periodontal Challenges in Geriatric Care." Journal of Indian Dental Association Madras, vol. 11, no. 1, 2024. DOI: 10.37841/jidam.2024.v11.i1.002.

Subbiah U, Rajaram V, Nalinakumari B, Mahendra J, Priya L. Golden Smiles: Tackling Periodontal Challenges in Geriatric Care. J Indian Dent Assoc Madras. 2024;11(1). doi:10.37841/jidam.2024.v11.i1.002

Subbiah, Uma, Vijayalakshmi Rajaram, Burnice Nalinakumari, Jaideep Mahendra, and Lakshmi Priya. "Golden Smiles: Tackling Periodontal Challenges in Geriatric Care." Journal of Indian Dental Association Madras 11, no. 1 (2024). https://doi.org/10.37841/jidam.2024.v11.i1.002.

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