Oral Health and Cognitive Decline in an Aging Population.

Compend Contin Educ Dent

Senior Lecturer, Periodontology and Implantology, Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences, KIIT University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.

Published: October 2024

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  • The aging global population is leading to increased awareness of how aging affects health and well-being, particularly in dental health.
  • There is a rising need for preventive, restorative, and periodontal dental care due to oral problems related to aging.
  • This issue is especially prominent among older adults (65+) who may face economic hardships, belong to minority communities, or have disabilities.

Article Abstract

As the global population ages, there is a growing recognition of the multifaceted impact of aging on various aspects of health and well-being. Oral ailments and conditions linked to the aging process increase the demand for preventive, restorative, and periodontal dental interventions. This holds particularly true for individuals aged 65 and above, specifically those facing economic disadvantages, belonging to racial or ethnic minority communities, or residing in institutions, experiencing disabilities, or being confined to their homes.1.

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