Health, retirement and security: the challenge for oral health in ageing and quality of life
Abstract
This article evaluates oral health and the increased
risk for quality of life of the elderly and for those with increased life expectancy. Through a review of the literature, chronic and impending problems are discussed regarding this particular group. Solutions will be reached as
soon as citizenship, participation, and social equity become
more prevalent.
risk for quality of life of the elderly and for those with increased life expectancy. Through a review of the literature, chronic and impending problems are discussed regarding this particular group. Solutions will be reached as
soon as citizenship, participation, and social equity become
more prevalent.
Keywords
geriatria e gerontologia; qualidade de vida; seguridade social; saúde bucal.
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