# A review on periodontal care: Challenges among geriatric and pediatric patients

## TL;DR

This paper reviews the challenges of providing periodontal care to elderly and children patients and suggests tailored strategies to improve outcomes.

## Contribution

The paper systematically identifies and addresses periodontal care challenges specific to geriatric and pediatric populations.

## Key findings

- Geriatric patients face challenges due to systemic conditions and medications.
- Pediatric patients require specialized approaches due to developing dentition and behavior management.
- Patient-centered strategies are effective in improving outcomes for both age groups.

## Abstract

Periodontal care for geriatric and pediatric patients poses distinct challenges due to age-specific factors. In elderly patients,
systemic conditions, medications and reduced dexterity complicate treatment. Pediatric patients face unique issues related to developing
dentition and behaviour management. This review reports these challenges and offers strategies for effective, tailored periodontal care.
Emphasizing patient-centered approaches improves outcomes for both populations.