Which of the following statements most accurately captures an aspect of dental health among older adults?
A) Clients who wear dentures do not normally require visits to the dentist.
B) The incidence of dental caries increases significantly with age.
C) Periodontal disease is less common in older adults than in younger clients.
D) The presence of dental problems can be indicative of a variety of other diseases.
D
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Clients with dentures still require visits to the dentist. Dental caries are less common among older adults than younger adults, while the opposite is true of periodontal disease. Numerous health problems can underlie dental health problems.
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