Dentistry's New Challenge: Treating Older Adults
American Dental Association (ADA)WASHINGTON -- Researchers say the fastest growing segment of the population is the over-85 age group. Dentists are finding these patients present some of the most difficult and challenging clinical situations, according to an Iowa prosthodontist. Patrick Lloyd, D.D.S., will present a scientific session on "What's Old is New: Clinical Issues in Treating the Older Adult," at the American Dental Association's (ADA) 138th Annual Session in Washington, D.C., Saturday, October 18.