> 65 years: 1.5 billion by 2050 Tooth Retention Gingival recession Root Caries Root Caries is a major dental problem among the elderly
Breakdown of tooth structure caused by demineralization of dentin Multifactorial disease Overaccumulation of plaque, diet, habits, Microbiota, etc. Difficult to treat; often can lead to extraction
Dental caries chronic infectious disease cariogenic bacteria Acid production D emineralization of tooth structure
Dental caries major healthcare problem Almost 100% of adults are affected by dental caries. Low socioeconomic status, P revalence did not significantly decrease over the last thirty years.