AAOM Clinician’s Guide to Oral Health in Geriatric Patients, 2nd Edition 2nd Edition Ebook (djibook.shop)

AAOM Clinician’s Guide to Oral Health in Geriatric Patients, 2nd EditionThis updated edition of the American Academy of Oral Medicine (AAOM) Clinician’s Guide series is intended for use by oral health practitioners as a quick reference and adjunct in the care of older patients. This Clinician’s Guide provides a concise summary of the influence of aging, systemic disease and its treatment on oral health and function. The following topics are tailored specifically to older adults: Oral Medicine, Treatment Planning, Common Oral Conditions ( lesions, orofacial pain, disorders, etc…), Dental Management Guidelines for Common Medical Conditions, Prescribing Medication(s), and Nutrition. The guide provides a summary of the etiology, clinical appearance (including photographs), and treatment of common oral conditions seen in older adults. Topical and systemic drug regimens are provided, along with an abbreviations list, common side effects, drug interactions and precautions for older patients. The Dental Management section provides several updated clinical management recommendations for those older patients with common medical disease(s). Lists of additional readings, references and internet resources are provided.ISBN: 55009-4125-SYN-B, 550094125SYNB