Dentistry at a glance

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In 1723, Pierre Fauchard, a French surgeon credited as the Father of Modern Dentistry, published his influential book, The Surgeon Dentist, a Treatise on Teeth, which for the first time defined a comprehensive system for caring for and treating teeth..
What is the overview of dental?
Dentistry – branch of medicine that is involved in the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders and conditions of the oral cavity, maxillofacial area and the adjacent and associated structures and their impact on the human body..

A fully illustrated, concise and accessible introduction to the study of dentistry Central title in the At a Glance series for dentistry students Covers the entire undergraduate clinical dentistry Google BooksOriginally published: February 11, 2016

Geriatric dentistry is the delivery of dental care to older adults involving diagnosis, prevention, management and treatment of problems associated with age related diseases.
The mouth is referred to as a mirror of overall health, reinforcing that oral health is an integral part of general health.
In the elderly population poor oral health has been considered a risk factor for general health problems.
Older adults are more susceptible to oral conditions or diseases due to an increase in chronic conditions and physical/mental disabilities.
Thus, the elderly form a distinct group in terms of provision of care.

Dentistry at a glance

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What is the overview of dental?