Abstract
Increased life expectancy is causing an explosion of the ageing population that will continue for the foreseeable future. Improved quality of life at old age will demand tooth retention and, consequently, the need for appropriate restorative care. Retaining teeth and maintaining them in spite of the multitude of risk factors associated with old age is a multifaceted challenge. The dental profession must be ever sensitive to the special needs of the elderly patient in order to render a service that is sensitive and caring. As the healthcare system as a whole adjusts to the changing demographics of the UK population, it is essential that dental professions effectively manage caries across the generations.
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