‘MICRONUTRIENTS’ AND THEIR ROLE IN GERIATRIC DENTAL PATIENTS

Dr.B. LakshmanaRao, 1 Dr.V. DalSingh,2 Dr.T.Murali Mohan,3 Dr.T.Kotaiah,4 Dr.B.Ravi 5

1.Professor and Head, Dept of Prosthodontics, Lenora Institute of Dental Sciences, Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, India,

2.Professor and Head, Dept of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Lenora Institute of Dental Sciences, Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, India,

3. Professor, Dept of Endodontics, Govt. Dental College and Hospital, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India,

4. Professor and Head, Dept of Pedodontics, RIMS, Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh, India,

5.Senior Lecturer, Dept of Prosthodontics, Lenora Institute of Dental Sciences, Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, India.

Corresponding Author:

Dr.B.LakshmanaRao

Mail: kushulubathala@gmail.com

INTRODUCTION:

Micronutrient deficits can exacerbate the deterioration of immunological function, cell regeneration, eyesight and hearing, and cognitive functions as well as hasten the physiological ageing process. Therefore, it is essential to make sure older adults get an adequate number of vitamins, minerals, and trace elements. Even in highly industrialised societies, deficits in some micronutrients are widespread among the elderly population. They are brought on by a lack of availability or an increase in the need for micronutrients. Micronutrient deficits can exacerbate the deterioration of immunological function, cell regeneration, eyesight and hearing, and cognitive functions as well as hasten the physiological ageing process. Therefore, it is essential to make sure older adults get an adequate number of vitamins, minerals, and trace elements. Micronutrients are necessary vitamins and minerals that the body needs in trace amounts to support healthy development, growth, and physiological processes. Minerals and vitamins make up the two main categories. [1]. This review article aimed to discuss various micronutrients, their importance and deficiencies in geriatric patients.