Geriatric Oral Health Modules

Title:	Epidemiology of Dental Caries in Older Adults
Author(s):	Susan G. Reed, DDS, MPH, DrPH, Assistant Professor, Department of Stomatology, College of Dental Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina
Abstract:	This module defines epidemiology and its application to dental caries. It presents the distribution of dental caries by data sets and describes the types of dental caries found in older adults. It reviews various studies done on dental caries in older adults.
Content Level:	Intermediate
Est. Hours of Completion:	1 hour
Prerequisite:	None