Dental Medicine and Orthodontics

Pediatric Dentistry and Gerontology

Pediatric dentists specialize in preserving children's oral health from infancy to adolescence, addressing the transition from baby teeth to permanent teeth around age 6 or 7. Neglecting childhood dental care can result in persistent oral issues.

Geriatric dentistry, or gerodontics, tackles age-related concerns through interdisciplinary healthcare. It covers diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of issues linked to natural aging and age-related disorders. Despite its global significance, geriatric health is under-researched. Oral health reflects overall well-being in the elderly, who face increased oral vulnerabilities due to aging and systemic conditions.

• Early assessment and treatment of dental issues
• Other diseases contributing to dental problems
• The connection between diabetes and oral health