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Personalized strategies for caries prevention in elderly patients with polymorbidity and polypharmacy

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: BACKGROUND. Increased life expectancy has led to a rise in the number of elderly patients with polymorbidity and polypharmacy. These factors contribute to the development of caries due to impaired salivation and mineral metabolism. Diseases such as diabetes mellitus, osteoporosis, and cardiovascular pathologies reduce the remineralization potential of enamel. Additionally, many medications (antihypertensive drugs, antidepressants, diuretics) cause xerostomia, creating favorable conditions for the growth of cariogenic microflora. Standard preventive approaches are not sufficiently effective, justifying the need for personalized strategies that consider individual health conditions and medication burden.

Source: Russian Journal of Geriatric Medicine

DOI: 10.37586/2686-8636-2-2025-199-200

Authors: G. M.-A. Budaychiev, S. T. Guseinova, S. M. Makkaeva, K. M. Alieva-Kharkharova

Institutions: Dagestan State Medical University, Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation

Language: English

Topic: Dental Health and Care Utilization

Subfield: Periodontics

Field: Dentistry

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4410168887

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