Steven L. Karpas's research while affiliated with Boston Medical Center and other places
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Publication (1)
Progress has been made in reducing dental caries and edentulism in older adults, but disparities continue to exist related to race, ethnicity, socioeconomic level, and sex. Lack of training in treating medically complex patients, economic factors including absence of coverage for oral health services in Medicare and as a required service for adults...
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... The prevalence of tooth loss increases with age, with a peak in incidence at the age of 65 [59]. In 2015-2018, the prevalence of complete tooth loss was 13% in older adults aged 65 or above in the United States, and the situation is likely worse in underdeveloped countries [60,61]. The loss of natural teeth makes mastication more challenging for older adults. ...
