Gerodontology
Overview
Gerodontology is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to the study of oral health and dental care for older adults. It covers a wide range of topics including geriatric dentistry, oral diseases, treatment approaches, preventive strategies, and the impact of aging on oral health. The journal aims to promote evidence-based practices and enhance the understanding of oral health issues in the elderly population.
Details
Details
Abbr.
Gerodontology
Start
1982
End
Continuing
Frequency
Two no. a year
p-ISSN
0734-0664
e-ISSN
1741-2358
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
Specialties
Dentistry
Geriatrics
Geriatrics
Metrics
Metrics
h-index / Ranks: 5503
66
SJR / Ranks: 7389
609
CiteScore / Ranks: 5670
4.60
JIF / Ranks: 5186
2.0
Recent Articles
1.
Ponce M, Gilligan G, de Andrade B, de Arruda J
Gerodontology
. 2025 Feb;
42(1):129-132.
PMID: 40019941
Objective: To report the case of an older adult with uremic stomatitis. Background: Uremic stomatitis is a rare condition, with only 57 cases documented in the literature. Gerodontologists may be...
2.
Brooks J, Portillo N, Bhatti A, Parsa A, Basile J
Gerodontology
. 2025 Feb;
42(1):124-128.
PMID: 40019940
Objective: This report describes an unusual case of a lateral periodontal cyst (LPC) residing between the roots of a mandibular first and second molar. Background: The LPC is a developmental...
3.
Pattanaporn K, Kaewduangsaeng A, Panich I, Limpaphan N, Lakboon W, Brondani M
Gerodontology
. 2025 Feb;
42(1):71-77.
PMID: 40019939
Objectives: The objectives of this study are to explore caregivers' knowledge, attitudes and behaviours towards oral care for bedridden patients and to examine the relationship among those three variables. Methods:...
4.
de Arruda J, Drumond V, Fontes M, Ventura J, Tenorio J, de Andrade B
Gerodontology
. 2025 Feb;
42(1):133-141.
PMID: 40019932
Objective: To describe a rare case of granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA) in an older adult in light of the existing literature. Background: GPA is a potentially life-threatening multisystem necrotising vasculitis,...
5.
de Freitas L, de Aquino Silva V, Miyazawa M, de Oliveira C, Sperandio F, Hanemann J
Gerodontology
. 2025 Feb;
42(1):119-123.
PMID: 40019925
Objective: This article reports a case of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) associated with multiple myeloma (MM). Background: Bisphosphonates (BPs) are constantly used as part of the treatment for...
6.
Correction to Proof of Concept Design for a Toothbrush With On-Board Vacuum to Reduce Oral Aspirates
Gerodontology
. 2025 Feb;
PMID: 39992754
No abstract available.
7.
Janssens L, Temmerman E, Maertens J, De Visschere L, Petrovic M, Janssens B
Gerodontology
. 2025 Feb;
42(1):78-85.
PMID: 39959995
Objective: The objective of this study is to compare the oral hygiene (dental and denture plaque) among residents in nursing homes that have implemented an oral healthcare programme (Gerodent) with...
8.
de Jong M, van der Maarel-Wierink C, Ket J, Jerkovic-Cosic K, Rozema F
Gerodontology
. 2025 Feb;
PMID: 39934979
Background: Detecting deterioration in frail oral community-dwelling older people's oral health may be delayed as a consequence of decreased visits to oral health care professionals. Older people are becoming increasingly...
9.
Pritchard L, Burden K, Carlson-Jones W, Stormon N, Do L
Gerodontology
. 2025 Feb;
PMID: 39934968
Background: The global ageing population has increased demand for healthcare services in residential aged care (RAC), with oral health recognised as crucial for overall well-being. Despite this, the implementation of...
10.
Conte D, Marquezzan M, Schneider L, Gauer A, Cattapan L, Corralo V, et al.
Gerodontology
. 2025 Jan;
PMID: 39838537
Introduction: Dry mouth is moderately prevalent in the older population. Pharmacological and non-pharmacological alternatives have been assessed to manage its manifestation. This umbrella review synthesised the evidence on approaches to...