Biomimicry and rehabilitation of dental tissues in geriatric population - An overview
As the elderly population continues to grow worldwide, dental care tailored to older adults has become increasingly important. This article examines the various clinical and systemic factors that contribute to oral health challenges in geriatric patients, particularly the elevated risk of dental car...
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| description | As the elderly population continues to grow worldwide, dental care tailored to older adults has become increasingly important. This article examines the various clinical and systemic factors that contribute to oral health challenges in geriatric patients, particularly the elevated risk of dental caries in those with remaining natural teeth. Conditions such as diabetes and heart disease can further complicate oral health, while age-related issues such as gum recession, dry mouth, and poor dietary habits increase susceptibility to caries. Emphasis is placed on preventive care and conservative treatment strategies, including topical fluoride applications and biomimetic restorations. The classification and management of both active and arrested caries in seniors are discussed, alongside treatment options for age-related tooth wear. Endodontic care in older adults presents distinct challenges due to structural changes in the pulp and canal system, requiring careful assessment and tailored planning. Technologies like teledentistry offer promising solutions to enhance care delivery for patients with mobility or access limitations. Ultimately, a minimally invasive, personalized approach that considers both oral and systemic health is vital to maintaining function, esthetics, and quality of life in aging individuals. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-331f8ec74da54a69b4bdc2abec9e99c02025-08-20T02:57:30ZengWolters Kluwer Medknow PublicationsJournal of Oral Research and Review2249-49872394-25412025-07-0117218919510.4103/jorr.jorr_33_25Biomimicry and rehabilitation of dental tissues in geriatric population - An overviewEkta ChoudharyVanshika NagarAs the elderly population continues to grow worldwide, dental care tailored to older adults has become increasingly important. This article examines the various clinical and systemic factors that contribute to oral health challenges in geriatric patients, particularly the elevated risk of dental caries in those with remaining natural teeth. Conditions such as diabetes and heart disease can further complicate oral health, while age-related issues such as gum recession, dry mouth, and poor dietary habits increase susceptibility to caries. Emphasis is placed on preventive care and conservative treatment strategies, including topical fluoride applications and biomimetic restorations. The classification and management of both active and arrested caries in seniors are discussed, alongside treatment options for age-related tooth wear. Endodontic care in older adults presents distinct challenges due to structural changes in the pulp and canal system, requiring careful assessment and tailored planning. Technologies like teledentistry offer promising solutions to enhance care delivery for patients with mobility or access limitations. Ultimately, a minimally invasive, personalized approach that considers both oral and systemic health is vital to maintaining function, esthetics, and quality of life in aging individuals.https://journals.lww.com/10.4103/jorr.jorr_33_25geriatric dentistrygeriatric endodonticsgeriatric patientsminimally invasive geriatric dentistryoral healthcare in elderly patientsoral rehabilitation |
| spellingShingle | Ekta Choudhary Vanshika Nagar Biomimicry and rehabilitation of dental tissues in geriatric population - An overview Journal of Oral Research and Review geriatric dentistry geriatric endodontics geriatric patients minimally invasive geriatric dentistry oral healthcare in elderly patients oral rehabilitation |
| title | Biomimicry and rehabilitation of dental tissues in geriatric population - An overview |
| title_full | Biomimicry and rehabilitation of dental tissues in geriatric population - An overview |
| title_fullStr | Biomimicry and rehabilitation of dental tissues in geriatric population - An overview |
| title_full_unstemmed | Biomimicry and rehabilitation of dental tissues in geriatric population - An overview |
| title_short | Biomimicry and rehabilitation of dental tissues in geriatric population - An overview |
| title_sort | biomimicry and rehabilitation of dental tissues in geriatric population an overview |
| topic | geriatric dentistry geriatric endodontics geriatric patients minimally invasive geriatric dentistry oral healthcare in elderly patients oral rehabilitation |
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