作者: Angela G. Ellis
DOI: 10.1111/J.1754-4505.1999.TB01415.X
关键词: Population 、 Health care 、 Family medicine 、 Medicine 、 Geriatric dentistry 、 Dental Care for Chronically Ill 、 Underserved Population 、 MEDLINE 、 Dental Care for Aged 、 Long-term care
摘要: The status of oral health care geriatric patients in long-term-care facilities is reviewed. Barriers to improving the dental management institutionalized are discussed. elderly population segment fastest-growing population, which presents a great burden professionals. Institutionalized currently not receiving adequate care, and number these will double by year 2020. future implications considerable importance. Commitment professionals meet needs this underserved key improvement change current population.