Aging and Edentulous State

Changing patterns of oral health of older adults in industrialized countries.

A. Epidemiology: funtionally dependent and independent elderly
B. Teeth for life for older adult.
C. Anatomical consequences
1. oral tissues
2. dental tissues
3. priodontal tissues
4. residual ridge – resorption
5. saliva
6. TMJ / disorders
D. Oral challenges of the mature person
E. Effect of tooth loss | Attitude
F. Effects of aging on the edentulous state
G. Clinical Implication

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