Effects of Poor Dental Health in Hospitalized Older Adults

Food scarcity and poor oral health are major risk factors for malnutrition among older adults receiving care in the emergency department. Among older adults, malnutrition is common, often missed by healthcare providers, and influences recovery from illness or injury.

poor dental health in hospitalized older adults
- increases risk of malnutrition
- delays recovery from illness

Poor Dental Health, Poverty Contribute to Malnutrition in Hospitalized Older Adults

Malnourished older patients identified in the emergency department often have dental problems and are below poverty line. Read More

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