By Michelle Crouch, Kaiser Health News Denver dental hygienist Jennifer Geiselhofer often cleans the teeth of senior patients who can’t easily get to a dentist’s office. But until recently, if…
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OSU study: Seniors risk ER visits if dentists prescribe opioids atop other meds
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — When dentists prescribe opioid painkillers to older patients who are already taking medication for depression or anxiety, the combination of drugs increases patients’ risk of landing…
New Dental Treatment Helps Fill Cavities And Insurance Gaps For Seniors
Dental hygienist Jennifer Geiselhofer often cleans the teeth of senior patients who can’t easily get to a dentist’s office. But until recently, if she found a cavity, there was little…
SENIOR SCENE: Dental care for seniors gets provincial boost
The Ontario government is providing $25 million to expand access to the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program (OSDCP). The funding will be used to support 78 infrastructure projects across the…
Pinellas Observes Healthy Aging Month; Offers Tips For Seniors
PINELLAS COUNTY, FL — Keeping older residents safe and healthy is the focus of several observances in September, making it a good time to take steps to protect older loved…