Oral Health & Social Determinants of Health (SDOH): Considerations for Older Adults

Older adult woman with dentist

Summary: This module is designed to offer strategies for health centers to improve the oral health of older patients by addressing their unique social needs and risk factors.

After completing this module, participants should be able to:

  • Explain oral health disparities in adults 65 years and older.
  • Understand how social risk factors can negatively impact oral health in the older adult population. 
  • Adopt shared strategies related to addressing SDOH factors to improve the oral health of older patients.

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