Adults who are older than 65 years and who are beginning to have multiple health problems are categorized as:

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Frail older adults are beginning to have multiple health problems.They have maintained some of their natural teeth,but more of them have fixed or removable prosthetics.
Functionally independent older adults are better educated and are more demanding of health services than in the past.This group has retained most of their natural teeth and expects to maintain them throughout their lives.
Dependent older adults have fewer natural teeth and believe that tooth loss is an inevitable part of aging.This segment of the population tends to have medical conditions that are reflected in their oral health.

Adults Who Are Older Than 65 Years and Who Are