Ageism in Dentistry

with Dr. Leo Marchini,

Professor and Chair of the Department of Preventive and Community Dentistry, The University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics

This week on the Art of Aging, host Rev. Beth Long-Higgins chats with Dr. Leo Marchini, Professor and Chair of the Department of Preventive and Community Dentistry, The University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics. During this conversation, Beth and Leo discuss the topic of ageism in oral health care and how ageism manifests in dental offices, affecting the treatment options offered to older adults. They also touch on the trend of cosmetic dental procedures among younger individuals and its potential influence in later stages of life, the importance of addressing ageism in healthcare and dentistry, the consequences of ageism on clinical trials and treatment approaches, and more.
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Notes:

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

  • Leo’s background and work in geriatric dental care (1:21)
  • Ageism in Oral Healthcare (4:09)
  • The Link Between Ageism and Cosmetic Dentistry (8:33)
  • Raising Awareness and Overcoming Ageism in Dentistry (15:26)
  • Simulation clinics and standardized patients (16:24)
  • Consequences of ageism in healthcare (18:11)
  • Research in geriatric dentistry (19:09)
  • Final thoughts and takeaways (21:27)

 

Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and inspiration on how to improve our lives as we grow older. To learn more and to subscribe to the show, visit abundantagingpodcast.com. 

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