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ESSENTIALS OF THE GERIATRIC DENTAL PATIENT
Margaret J. Fehrenbach, RDH, MS
Course Contents:
Instructions |
Objectives |
Introduction |
Aging Process |
Oral Aging Process |
Summary of Oral Changes Due to Aging |
Tooth Loss and Aging |
Dry Mouth and Aging |
Oral Cancer and Aging |
Tobacco Cessation and Alcohol Intake |
Dental Service for the Geriatric Population |
Conclusion |
Resources |
| Bibliography |
| Test Questions |
| Answer Sheet |
| Course Evaluation |
Course Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
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Recognize that older adults are a diverse and growing population |
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Uncover and dispel any myths connected to the geriatric population and understand the reality of aging |
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Discuss the aging process, including that which occurs in the oral cavity |
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Discover the factors that are important when creating dental treatment plans for older adults |
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Discover resources on dental care for the geriatric population |
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Integrate the knowledge of the geriatric patient into the creation of comprehensive dental treatment plans for this population |