Publications by authors named "Michael Janto"
Healthcare (Basel)
May 2023
Article Synopsis
- The study focuses on elderly patients with dental issues admitted to a maxillofacial surgery department in Romania from 2016 to 2020.
- Out of 721 patients aged 65 and older, 316 were found to have dental pathologies, which were often linked to other systemic health problems like hypertension and ischemic heart disease.
- The findings highlight the need for improved dental care and preventive programs specifically targeted towards the elderly population.
Article Synopsis
- Dental health is often overlooked in the elderly due to other health issues, but it significantly affects their overall health and quality of life.
- The review emphasizes key dental problems faced by seniors, their effects on well-being, and the obstacles they face in accessing dental care.
- It argues for better education about dental health for both the elderly and their caregivers and stresses the need for a collaborative approach among various sectors to improve dental health outcomes.
