CDEN 723 Geriatrics in Oral Health

Credits: 1
The lifespan of the average American is increasing and the proportion of the population over 65 years of age is expected to reach around 20% in 2050. In addition, due to the decrease in tooth extractions as compared to previous generations, older people have retained more teeth that need care. Thus, dental professionals must understand how to effectively serve the needs of a diverse aging population and to be aware of a range of medical and dental care challenges. This course is designed to create awareness of issues related to geriatric oral health, and later to support specific geriatric dental training in appropriate settings.

Graded: Pass/No pass
May be taken only once for credit