The potential
associations between oral health and overall health, including heart
problems, diabetes and pneumonia make it even more important for older
adults to maintain good dental health for a lifetime.
According to a recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention, more adults are keeping their natural teeth longer well beyond
the age of 65. But changes in physical and mental functions could hamper
some older adults from taking proper care of their teeth and gums,
increasing the risk of dental disease that could complicate other health
conditions.
OralLongevity (TM) initiative addresses oral health of older adults
To help older adults, GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) Consumer Healthcare, the
American Dental Association (ADA) and the ADA Foundation this week
introduced a new, unique initiative called OralLongevity (TM) that focuses
on improving and maintaining good oral health throughout life.
OralLongevity (TM) will provide older adults, their families,
caregivers and dental professionals with education and other free resources
to increase the awareness of and need for better oral health.
"OralLongevity (TM) is just the beginning of a major effort to help
serve the oral health care needs of this growing and important segment of
the U.S. population," says Dr. Kathleen Roth, ADA president. "We are very
pleased to be part of this initiative that will benefit so many older
adults, their family members and caregivers."
"The OralLongevity (TM) initiative is dedicated to helping oral health
care providers and consumers understand the unique problems facing older
patients, and to help find solutions that will enhance the oral health care
of this fast-growing population group," states Dr. Ronald Rupp, US
professional relations, GSK Consumer Healthcare.
Dental problems can cause pain and suffering as well as difficulty in
speaking, chewing and swallowing. Older adults also can suffer from dry
mouth, resulting from certain medications used to treat other health
conditions. Complications associated with medical conditions can impact the
ability to maintain good oral health.
These conditions are manageable to help improve the quality of life,
and the OralLongevity (TM) resources provide daily care tips.
Dr. Richard Price, ADA consumer advisor and retired dentist, advises
consumers to speak with a dentist about their dental problems to maintain
good oral health.
"For example, dry mouth and sensitive teeth can be managed and relieved
through dental care, behavioral changes and over-the-counter products," he
explains.
"The dentist is a key part of your health care team to advise you on
individual oral health needs as you age," Dr. Price emphasizes.
About the American Dental Association
The not-for-profit ADA is the nation's largest dental association,
representing more than 155,000 dentist members. The premier source of oral
health information, the ADA has advocated for the public's health and
promoted the art and science of dentistry since 1859. The ADA's
state-of-the-art research facilities develop and test dental products and
materials that have advanced the practice of dentistry and made the patient
experience more positive. The ADA Seal of Acceptance long has been a
valuable and respected guide to consumer and professional products. For
more information about the ADA, visit the Association's Web site at
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About the ADA Foundation
The ADA Foundation is a catalyst for uniting people and organizations
to make a difference through better oral health. Since 1991, the ADA
Foundation has disbursed nearly $31 million dollars to support such
charitable activities. In addition to funding grants for dental research,
education, scholarships and access to care, the Foundation supports
Charitable Assistance Programs such as relief grants to dentists and their
dependents that are unable to support themselves due to injury, a medical
condition or advanced age; and grants and loans to those who are victims of
disasters. adafoundation.
About GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare
GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare is one of the world's largest
over-the-counter consumer healthcare products companies. Its more than 30
well-known brands include the leading smoking cessation products,
Nicorette(r) and NicoDerm(r), as well as many medicine cabinet staples,
Abreva(r), Aquafresh(r), Sensodyne(r) and Tums(r), which are trademarks
owned by and/or licensed to GlaxoSmithKline Group of Companies.
About GlaxoSmithKline
GlaxoSmithKline, one of the world's leading research-based
pharmaceutical and consumer healthcare companies, is committed to improving
the quality of human life by enabling people to do more, feel better and
live longer.
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