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J Calif Dent Assoc
; 29(6): 408-14, 2001 Jun.
Artículo
en Inglés
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-11484296
RESUMEN
Dentists must understand the growing institutionalized-aged and special-needs population, the places wherein they reside, and the unique challenges of access that confront both the patient and dentist. This article discusses governmental regulation and legislation of long-term-care facilities and outlines professional duties and requirements of dentists who care for residents of such facilities. It will also cover the treatment needs of this population and the venues available to the hospital-trained dentist.