Why is oral health important in the elderly?

<p><em>The Link Between Periodontal Disease and Diabetes: &quot;If you have periodontal disease and, say diabetes, the periodontal disease makes the diabetes much worse. And they found, actual research has been done, and they find that if they clean their teeth every 3 months, it lowers the A1C.&quot;— Dr. June Sadowsky </em></p> <p>Welcome to another episode of &quot;Life Happens with Kim Hegwood.&quot; In today&#39;s episode, we have a very special guest, Dr. June Sadowsky, who will be shedding light on a topic that is often overlooked but extremely important for seniors - oral health. Join host Kim Hegwood as she delves into the significance of oral health in the elderly and the impact it can have on overall health and well-being. Dr. Sadowsky shares fascinating insights into the connection between oral health and various diseases, including cognitive issues, diabetes, and arthritis. She also provides valuable advice on how seniors can manage the costs of dental care and offers an innovative solution involving dental students that can help ease financial burdens. Don&#39;t miss out on this eye-opening discussion about the crucial role oral health plays in the lives of seniors. Tune in to &quot;Life Happens with Kim Hegwood&quot; now!</p> <p><strong>Title:</strong>  Oral Health for Elderly: Why It Matters and How to Maintain It</p> <p><strong>Here is what Kim will ask Dr. Sadowsky</strong></p> <p>1.    How does oral health affect physical health?</p> <p>2.    Is there a connection between oral health and cognitive issues?</p> <p>3.    Dental work can be expensive. Are there any resources to help seniors?</p> <p>4.    How can family members help someone with dementia to have better oral health?</p> <p>5.    How can the UT Health Dentistry program help seniors care for their teeth better?</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong>How to Contact  Dr. June Sadowsky</strong></p> <p>713 486 4064 </p> <p><a href="https://dentistry.uth.edu/">dentistry.uth.edu</a> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Bio:</strong></p> <p><strong>Dr.