Here you will learn about the high functioning older adult population. Although this population can manage independently, they may have several health issues leading to declining oral health.

Older adults are at high risk for developing chronic illnesses and related disabilities and your Aunt and Uncle are no exception. Treating the older adult requires special approaches and an understanding of the physiologic, functional, psychosocial and environmental determinants of aging. Take a look at their dresser to get a sense of what some of the daily medical and social issues that they are dealing with.

Click on each dresser item to find out more about your aunt and uncle.