Geriatric Dentistry 1 article

Geriatric dentistry addresses oral healthcare for older adults, particularly when ageing, chronic disease, medications, frailty, cognitive change or reduced functional ability affect dental treatment. The field may include prevention, restorative care, periodontal management, root caries, denture care and coordination with carers or other health professionals. Its defining feature is the needs of the ageing patient rather than any single procedure. The scope can overlap with special care dentistry but is specifically centred on later-life oral health.