16 Questions
Which of the following age-related changes is associated with darker tooth color?
Calcification of pulp and root canals
What is the primary reason for oral ulcers in the elderly?
Reduced blood circulation in the oral mucosa
Which anatomical landmark plays a significant role in the retention of upper complete dentures?
Incisive papilla
What is the function of median palatine raphe (midline palatine suture)?
It has an active role in horizontal development of maxilla
Which structure should be covered by the upper complete denture to protect it from damage?
Fovea palatinae
What is the impact of reduced saliva due to reduced muscle activities?
(Xerostomia)
Which age-related change causes the oral mucosa to become thinner and vulnerable to trauma?
(Reduced keratinization)
What is the impact of atrophy of papillae in the elderly?
(Loss of taste sensation)
Which anatomical landmark consists of condensed connective tissue and keratinized epithelium?
(Rugae)
What is the primary function of the labial frenum?
It guides the anterior teeth arrangement
What is gerodontology?
The delivery of dental care to older adults involving diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of age-related dental problems
What is geriatrics?
The medical specialty focused on providing care for older adults
What is gerontology?
The study of aging in social and cultural contexts
What does gerontology focus on?
Social, cultural, psychological, cognitive, and biological aspects of aging
In which age range does the World Health Organisation define 'Very Old Age'?
Beyond 90
What are some age-related physiological changes mentioned in the text?
Reducing in sensation, physical activities, and reflexes
This quiz covers the anatomical structures and time-dependent irreversible changes in edentulous patients, as well as the concepts of aging, elderly, old age, and very old age according to the World Health Organization. It also touches upon the study of aging, known as gerontology, and the medical specialty of geriatrics.
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