Geriatric dentistry in the age of digital technology:

Geriatric Dentistry in the Age of Digital Technology is a comprehensive guide that addresses the crucial role of dental professionals in providing specialized care for aging patients in today's digital era. As the world's population continues to age, it is imperative to prioritize the heal...

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Weitere Verfasser: Asanza, Dachel Martinez (HerausgeberIn)
Format: Elektronisch E-Book
Sprache:English
Veröffentlicht: Hershey PA, USA IGI Global [2024]
Schriftenreihe:Advances in medical diagnosis, treatment, and care (AMDTC) book series
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Zusammenfassung:Geriatric Dentistry in the Age of Digital Technology is a comprehensive guide that addresses the crucial role of dental professionals in providing specialized care for aging patients in today's digital era. As the world's population continues to age, it is imperative to prioritize the health promotion, prevention, and recovery of older individuals, especially concerning their oral health.Drawing upon relevant theoretical frameworks and the latest empirical research, this book offers invaluable insights for professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of Geriatric Dentistry and Gerodontology, as well as their application within the international context of digital transformation. Whether you are a dentist, dental student, researcher, or involved in the management of elderly dental care, this book provides a comprehensive exploration of the discipline's key topics. Delving into a range of subjects, the book covers essential areas such as the integration of Geriatrics and Gerontology into dental training, teaching methodologies for Geriatric Dentistry and Gerodontology, prevalent systemic diseases among the elderly, oral conditions commonly observed in this population, changes in the oral cavity during aging, and holistic dental care for geriatric patients in the digital age. Additionally, the book explores the dynamic relationship between oral health and the quality of life of older individuals, strategies for health promotion and disease prevention, salutogenic marketing approaches, and the challenges faced in providing dental care for elderly patients, including physical, psychosocial, and geographical barriers.
Beschreibung:1 Online-Ressource (xvi, 347 Seiten) Illustrationen
ISBN:9798369302620
DOI:10.4018/979-8-3693-0260-6

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