Aging Pearls Podcast

"We need to stop segregating oral health care from systemic health care." - Dr. Daniel Croley

Hello! Welcome to the Aging Pearls Podcast, where we're dedicated to providing dental pearls for all those concerned with the oral care needs of our aging population. I am Dr. Christie Hogue and today, we welcome Dr. Daniel Croley. As a dental benefits professional, he offers insider insights on different dental programs and plans available to get the best care we need. He also gives his perspective on the factors that impact access to oral health care, especially among the elderly, the link between periodontal and systemic diseases, and the need to eliminate negative attitudes toward dentistry.

Daniel W. Croley, DMD, is vice president and Chief Dental Officer for Delta Dental of California and affiliated companies. He is responsible for building a culture of healthcare quality so that we can deliver exceptional care to our customers and members that help them get healthy and stay healthy for the enterprise. Dr. Croley joined Delta Dental in 2004 and is responsible for the clinical vision and overall quality of oral healthcare for Delta Dental. He is deeply involved in product development and represents Delta Dental in many industries and professional organizations, including committees at the American Dental Association, National Association of Dental Plans, California Association of Dental Plans, and Delta Dental Plans Association.

[00:01 – 06:54] Affordable Plans for All

• Why Dr. Daniel transitioned from clinical practice to insurance
• Developing plans that meet customers' price points
• • Dr. Daniel explains the work they do and the plans available for patients
  • There is a focus on changing the legislation on medically necessary dental

[06:55 – 21:26] Uncovering Barriers to Senior Oral Care

• Seniors are the least insured population
• • After investing in dental health during the working years, they lose their insurance when they retire
• There is a lack of education on how periodontal diseases can increase the risk of systemic diseases
• • Periodontal disease and gingivitis don't necessarily generate a lot of pain so most people ignore it
  • It's essential to start talking about our mouths with our physicians, and about our physical health to our dentists
• Social determinants and access to care should also be considered
• There are still misunderstandings about going to the dentist
• • Some people still have that feeling of fear
  • Others go to the dentist only when they feel pain as opposed to seeing it as preventive care
  • Families and caregivers should open up conversations about oral health with their elderly loved ones
• Equal care is now equitable care and is focused on getting people what they need individually

[16:58 – 24:59] Stopping the Negative Cycle

• Healers in the oral health space should pay attention to the patient's overall well-being
• Dispelling ageism and misconception about dental health is important

[25:00 – 27:40] Programs and Coverage for Oral Health

• Dr. Daniel discusses Medicaid programs and state programs
• What are Medicare Advantage Plans?

[27:41 – 35:06] Final Thoughts

• Dr. Daniel's message to the community
• Connect with Dr. Christie Hogue – leave a review and comment (links below)

Key Quotes:

"As you retire and you move into a fixed income, sometimes dentistry takes a backseat to some of those other costs just to live. And I think that contributes to some of the lack of oral health care that a lot of seniors actually experience." - Dr. Daniel Croley

"Individual plans are out there and I think people just need to look for them." - Dr. Daniel Croley

"If you do feel that fear, call your dentist. Call them and talk to them about it. Because my strong suspicion is that those fears are pretty much unfounded today." - Dr. Daniel Croley

"Ask the hard questions. We tend to want to shy away from asking those questions of our parents… As they age, they become a little more vulnerable. They become a little bit less capable. Let's care for them the way they cared for us." - Dr. Daniel Croley

Resources:

Delta Dental

Delta Dental Federal Programs

Aging Pearls: Oral Health, Frailty, and Nutrition

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"In healthcare or not, this is our life. This is our choice. This is our journey. We need to be accountable for what we do, we need to be proud of what we do, and we need to take responsibility. Be proactive in the life that we want to live and in the things that we want to offer to others." - Dr. Miriam Zylberglait

Hello! Welcome to the Aging Pearls Podcast, where we're dedicated to providing dental pearls for all those concerned with the oral care needs of our aging population. I am Dr. Christie Hogue and here with us today to share inspiring insights about self-care is Dr. Miriam Zylberglait or Dr. Z. Dr. Z is in the process of publishing her first book, "The 3G Cycle of Life", which focuses on the topics of well-being, burnout prevention, and growth.

To care for others, we must care for ourselves first. This is what Dr. Z believes in and, in this episode, she discusses ways how medical professionals can embrace well-being and be more empowered in their daily lives. She also goes beyond medical professionals and encourages each of us to be proactive, seek growth, and take control of our life's journey.

Dr. Z is triple Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Geriatrics, and Obesity Medicine with extensive clinical experience. She completed her medical education and Geriatric Fellowship in Peru and provided patient care for over 10 years at the Naval Geriatric Center. She moved to the US in 2011 where she completed her training in Internal Medicine and Geriatrics at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. She also completed a fellowship in Leadership Education and Development with the AAMC, a certification as a Mental Health Ally, and a Physician Wellness Advocate. For her dedication, she was selected as a member of the Wellness and Professional fulfillment National Committee of the American College of Physicians. In addition, she received the Award of Mentor of the Year from the AAMC in 2022.

[00:01 – 04:38] Physicians in Crisis

• Dr. Z on why she became a wellness advocate
• Physicians are very good at prioritizing others but not themselves
• • Mistaking self-care for selfishness
  • This leads to burnout and depression
• How COVID pushed medical professionals to the edge

[04:39 – 08:37] Everyday Strategies for Self-Care

• Assume that well-being is an obligation and as important as any other job
• • If it's in the calendar, it's reality
• Be smart in merging activities
• • Find moments to breathe and do self-affirmations while doing simple tasks

[08:38 – 19:48] Navigating the Cycle of Life

• Dr. Z talks about the story behind her book
• • Writing not only for fellow physicians but also for people from all walks of life
• Celebrating positive catalysts and overcoming negative catalysts
• It's time to stop the victim mentality and start taking action
• • Don't be afraid of making mistakes
  • Seeing the beauty in difference
  • Life is too short; we need to show our authentic selves and live our truth
• Resilience vs. growth
• • Why growth is more significant to get to the next level

[19:49 – 23:23] Final Thoughts

• Dr. Z's message to the community
• Connect with Dr. Christie Hogue – leave a review and comment (links below)

Key Quotes:

"People should not die doing what they love to do and helping others." - Dr. Miriam Zylberglait

"Now you are making an appointment with yourself. You are making an appointment with your well-being. You are now believing that you are a priority." - Dr. Miriam Zylberglait

"Be happy to be weird. Be happy to be different. Be happy to have an opinion. Forget about feeling so ashamed for who you are or how you think." - Dr. Miriam Zylberglait

"Only those that try something new will make mistakes. So making mistakes really shows that you are trying." - Dr. Miriam Zylberglait

Resource:

The 3G Cycle of Life

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"I think it is important for the provider to take a look in the mouth to see the status of a patient's teeth if there are any issues like periodontal disease that need to be addressed because that is an opportunity to potentially make a referral to a low-cost or even free dental service that can help with these issues." - Dr. Ted SuhHello! Welcome to the Aging Pearls Podcast, where we're dedicated to providing dental pearls for all those concerned with the oral care needs of our aging population. I am Dr. Christie Hogue and today, we are back with Theodore (Ted) Suh, MD, PhD. He is the ACU Medical Director for the Turner Geriatrics Clinic at the University of Michigan East Ann Arbor Medical Campus and Clinical Professor of Internal Medicine for the University of Michigan Medical School. Currently, Dr. Ted serves as a member of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Formulary Committee and is Treasurer of the Michigan Geriatrics Society. In this episode, we talk about the importance of insurance and access to dental care for older adults. He also sheds light on the issue of oral neglect in the elderly and offers valuable resources for dental care options.

[00:01 – 05:59] Barriers to Oral Health

• The connection between oral health and overall health
• • Poor oral health could lead to periodontal disease gingivitis, dental cavities, tooth extraction, poor appetite, and even low self-esteem
• Reasons why some older adults choose not to have their oral health checked
• • Limited access to dental insurance
  • People invest in oral health during their working years but lose insurance when they retire

[06:00 – 16:47] Promoting Oral Health for Older Adults

• Dr. Ted on patients with medical complications due to aspiration pneumonia and osteomyelitis
• An appeal to his medical colleagues to promote basic oral exams when doing physical check-ups for patients to avoid oral neglect
• • What is the geriatric annual wellness visit?

• Resources for free and low-cost dental care options:
• • SeniorLiving.org
  • Toothwisdom
  • Eldercare Locator by Administration of Aging or call 1-800-677-1116
  • 211 Information and Referral Search
  • Medicare PACE & LIFE Programs: Care for the Aging at Home
  • Dental Lifeline Network or call 303-534-5360
  • Dentistry from the Heart

• Sharing some oral health tips for caregivers and health care providers
• • Giving assistance to the elderly for brushing and dental care activities
  • The importance of hydration

[16:48 – 17:48] Final Thoughts

• Connect with Dr. Christie Hogue – leave a review and comment (links below)

Key Quote:

"Because of the lack of dental insurance, a lot of times old adults don't get the routine care that they've been getting most of their adult lives. Sometimes, people have spent thousands of dollars on their teeth. And then, once they retire and they lose dental benefits, all that dental work over the years gets wasted." - Dr. Ted Suh

References:

The association between accessing dental services and nonventilator hospital-acquired pneumonia among 2019 Medicaid beneficiaries

Defining Oral Neglect in Institutionalized Elderly

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"We can put a nutritious plate in front of anybody, but if the person has chewing difficulties due to loss of teeth, he won't be able to take advantage of all the nutrients of the food." - Dr. Roberto Carlos Castrejón-Pérez

Hello! Welcome to the Aging Pearls Podcast, where we're dedicated to providing dental pearls for all those concerned with the oral care needs of our aging population. I am Dr. Christie Hogue and today, we welcome Roberto Carlos Castrejón-Pérez DS, MSc, DSc. As a geriatric dental researcher, he shares his expertise on how oral health conditions impact nutrition and can lead to frailty. He also gives emphasis on why oral health is key to overall health and encourages health professionals to come together to offer the best treatment possible to patients.

[00:01 – 07:45] Bridging the Gap Between Medical And Dental on Oral Health

• Get to know Dr. Roberto Carlos Castrejón-Pérez and how he became a geriatric dental researcher with a focus on frailty
• There's a lack of information on oral health in medical schools
• • Professionals should always keep in mind the role of oral health in the overall health of the patient
  • Proper knowledge of the mouth is important because it is related to nutrition
  • Losing our teeth is not a natural part of the aging process

[07:46 – 17:11] Frailty and Food Insecurity

• Food insecurity refers to the availability of food and accessibility to food
• • This includes economic, social, and geographical factors
  • Some people have access to food but not high-quality food
  • Seasons affect the variety of fruits and vegetables available for a population
• Why the oral stages of a person should be considered
• • Losing one tooth can cascade into different events that lead to frailty and malnutrition
  • We will not be able to properly break down food if we have chewing difficulties
• Frailty does not only concern older adults but people of all ages
• • It is associated with adverse health outcomes such as dependency, institutionalization, and mortality

[17:12 – 26:24] Improving Nutrition Helps to Improve Frailty

• Understanding the function of the mouth and why the oral condition is vital
• • All teeth are essential in crushing the food and mixing it with the saliva
  • Adequate muscle strength is needed in the chewing and swallowing process
• Health professionals should work together to bring person-centric care

[26:25 – 27:31] Final Thoughts

• Connect with Dr. Christie Hogue – leave a review and comment (links below)

Key Quotes:

"The most successful interventions aiming to improve frailty are focused on nutrition and exercise." - Dr. Roberto Carlos Castrejón-Pérez

"People often think they can lose some teeth because they have other ones to replace them. However, that is not true." - Dr. Roberto Carlos Castrejón-Pérez

"We are now beyond the specialty era. We have to merge all the knowledge available in different specialties in order to improve the health and the quality of life not just for older people but all people." - Dr. Roberto Carlos Castrejón-Pérez

Reference:

Frailty and food insecurity in older adults

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"It's important to understand these syndromes in an effort to most effectively treat our older patients to improve oral health tailored to the individual patient and their syndrome. - Dr. Christie Hogue

Hello! Welcome to the Aging Pearls Podcast, where we're dedicated to providing dental pearls for all those concerned with the oral care needs of our aging population. I am Dr. Christie Hogue and in this episode, we discuss the idea of geriatric syndrome and its potential impact on oral health. Geriatric syndrome is a term used to describe a variety of conditions that are more common in older adults. Poor oral health can be due to a combination of factors, including age-related physiological changes, polypharmacy, frailty, and poor access to dental care. We also talk about the five M's of geriatric syndrome as well as focus areas for managing these conditions in relation to dental care.

[00:01 – 04:11] Poor Oral Health as A Potential Geriatric Syndrome

• The need for specialized treatment and strategies in caring for older adults
• Understanding the difference between chronological age and functional age
• Geriatric Syndrome and age-related changes in oral health

[04:12 – 08:22] The Geriatric 5Ms in the Oral Health Perspective

• Mind - The capacity to give consent and follow instructions for dental care
• Mobility - Access to dental care and ability to do dental care activities
• Medicine - Considering the side effects of prescriptions
• Multicomplexity - Managing a variety of health conditions and assessing living conditions
• Matters Most - Coordinating advanced care planning and managing goals of general and dental care

[08:23 – 15:08] Final Thoughts

• Interprofessional collaborative care is important
• Connect with Dr. Christie Hogue – leave a review and comment (links below)

Key Quotes:

"It is important to remember that oral health status further jeopardized by frailty, disability care dependency, and loss of abs or activities of daily living and limited access to dental professional care." - Dr. Christie Hogue

"Interprofessional collaborative care is imperative in treating geriatric patients." - Dr. Christie Hogue

"Let us challenge ourselves to gain a better understanding of oral and systemic health, social determinants of health interventions to improve quality of life in our geriatric patient population." - Dr. Christie Hogue

Resources Mentioned:

• Geriatric Oral Health: A Review Article
• Oral Health and Aging
• American Geriatrics Society 2019 Updated AGS Beers Criteria® for Potentially Inappropriate Medication Use in Older Adults
• The Geriatrics 5M's: A New Way of Communicating What We Do

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"Not only are we able to provide access to those who've had dental coverage for all these years and retire, we're able to provide coverage for those who have never had dental care for whatever reason… Imagine the benefit that that has on a person, you know, nutritionally and psychologically… to be able to feel proud about the way you look and about the way you feel. It is a powerful feeling." - Gwen Graddy

Hello! Welcome to the Aging Pearls Podcast, where we're dedicated to providing dental pearls for all those concerned with the oral care needs of our aging population. I am Dr. Christie Hogue and today, I am joined by Gwen Graddy, MD, FACP and Theodore Suh, MD, Ph.D. to talk about PACE or the Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly, an important provider of medical, dental, and social care for the aging population. It is a program composed of an interdisciplinary team committed to empowering participants with knowledge and resources to manage their own health.

Dr. Gwen retired as the Chief Medical Officer of PACE in 2021 and is now the coordinator for medical education for PACE South East Michigan.

Dr. Theodore is the ACU Medical Director for the Turner Geriatrics Clinic at the University of Michigan. He also served as the first Medical Director for Huron Valley PACE.

[00:01 – 10:17] What is PACE?

• Dr. Theodore explains PACE
• • Starting in the 70s and now expanding to approximately 130 programs across the United States
  • How do you qualify for PACE?
  • Looking at PACE as an alternative to other forms of long term care, such as assisted living or nursing home
  • All-inclusive and interdisciplinary – PACE includes not just medical but also social, dental, and even transportation services to its participants
  • What does a typical day of a PACE participant look like?

• Dr. Gwen focuses on the heart of PACE
• • The need for holistic care for the older population
  • She shares her passion for caring for the elderly

[10:18 – 19:50] Oral Health for Older Adults

• Dr. Theodore's perspective as an oral health expert
• • The impact of losing their dental benefits in retirement
  • How other medical conditions and medications can affect oral health
  • The role caregivers and families play in dental care

• Dr. Gwen's take as a geriatrician and internist
• • Coming together as an interdisciplinary team to solve a participant's problem
  • Coverage not only for the retired but also for those who never had dental care
  • Supporting caregivers is essential, too

[20:39 – 24:29] Keeping Up the PACE During the Pandemic

• The importance of community and connectedness for the elderly
• How PACE programs became innovative at the height of COVID-19

[24:30 – 26:01] Final Thoughts

• Connect with Dr. Christie Hogue – leave a review and comment (links below)

Key Quotes:

"I've always had a love for caring for older adults and always felt like they deserve to get the best care. Towards the end of their lives, the care shouldn't go down. The quality shouldn't go down. The quality should go up." Dr. Gwen Graddy

"The loss of one's teeth, of course, has other implications in terms of their [elderly] ability to maintain their body weight, their enjoyment of eating, plus their self-image and mental health." - Dr. Theodore Suh

Reference:

Setting the PACE for frail older adults in the community

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"It's important to look beyond the mouth and to consider that oral health impacts overall health in various different ways." - Rebecca H. Affoo

Hello! Welcome to the Aging Pearls Podcast, where we're dedicated to providing dental pearls for all those concerned with the oral care needs of our aging population. I am Dr. Christie Hogue and today, we have Rebecca H. Affoo, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, SLP-Reg, SLP(C). She will be sharing her experience as a practitioner and an educator. She discusses the connections between aging, eating habits, illnesses, and how we must go beyond and realize the impact of oral health to overall health.

[00:01 – 07:23] Finding the Links - Aging, Oral Health, and Impairment

• Who is Rebecca H. Affoo?
• • Researching on the link between oral health and dysphasia
• The impact of oral health
• • Individuals who have dysphagia or swallowing impairment may go on to develop aspiration pneumonia.
  • • Misdirection into the larynx and then the airways
    • Oral health as an indicator of potentially developing aspiration pneumonia
  • There is a relationship between oral health, swallowing, and respiratory health.
• Finding the intersections of dysfunctions

[07:24 – 19:50] Looking Beyond Oral Health - Implications to Overall Health

• Importance of swallowing in relation to oral health
• • SLPs, nurses, and physicians are the key persons for support in helping people feel more confident to include oral healthcare into their practice.
  • • Interest in dental care prompts interprofessional connections
• Experiencing clinical practice in both America and Canada
• • A major difference is billing - America's healthcare system is confusing.
  • Seeing a dentist in America and Canada is similar - both systems are private.
• Patient outcomes in oral health
• • Poor oral health outcomes may not be as obvious.
  • • Issues with eating
  • Look beyond just the mouth and consider the impact of oral health to overall health.

[19:51 – 17:29] Final Thoughts

• We are launching our new book – Oral Health and Aging!
• Connect with Dr. Christie Hogue – leave a review and comment (links below)

Key Quotes:

"Individuals who have dysphagia or swallowing impairment may go on to develop aspiration pneumonia." - Rebecca H. Affoo

"It [oral care] doesn't stop at the mouth, we have to remember that it also includes a person's ability to nourish themselves and to maintain their health, as well as to eat and drink without potentially developing aspiration pneumonia." - Rebecca H. Affoo

"I think that the outcomes associated with poor oral health may not be as obvious as one may think." - Rebecca H. Affoo

Reference:

Oral Health and Aging

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"None of us can control how we will age but if we are mindful and intentional, we can inevitably impact our attitudes towards our respective aging process and those around us." - Dr. Christie Hogue

Hello! Welcome to the Aging Pearls Podcast, where we're dedicated to providing dental pearls for all those concerned with the oral care needs of our aging population. I am Dr. Christie Hogue and in this episode, we will define the status of geratric medicine on dentistry, become aware of the oral health issues of the elderly, and lastly, reflect on the journey - physically, mentally, psychologically - that entails as part of the aging population.

[00:01 – 05:33] Geriatric Dentistry and the Aging Population on Focus

• Dental care for the aging population
• • "Our elderly suffered from a silent epidemic of profound and consequential dental problems." - Dr. David Satcher
  • Oral health for the elderly is often neglected for several reasons such as limitations in income, insurance, transportation, and their physical or mental state.
• Geriatric dentistry as of today
• • Various diseases are prevalent in this population and thus, the health care system must be calibrated specifically.
  • Physical, behavioral and social challenges associated with aging must be considered because of the variability of health status among people.
  • • Impacts the quality of life

[05:34 – 09:10] Oral Health Management Studies and Observations

• The gerontologists' studies of the older population
• • This is considering chronological versus their functional age.
  • People aged 65 years and older will soon outnumber those children under the age of 5.
  • • Impacts dependence for assistance
• The realities of oral health management of caregivers to the aging population
• • Caregivers prefer to avoid dealing with a patient's mouth.
  • Oral health care is often neglected in nursing homes and even in own homes.
  • • Results to tooth loss, although decreased over the years

[09:11 – 16:05] The Lack of Dental Care and its Repercussions

• Debunking oral myths
• • Getting old does not mean inevitably losing teeth.
  • By developing healthy oral hygiene habits, it is possible to prevent oral diseases!
  • Untreated tooth decay is one of the biggest problems of older adults.
  • • Lacking dental care compared to young adults

[13:03 – 15:08] Final Thoughts

• Self reflection is important for successful aging.
• Join me in this journey!
• Connect with Dr. Christie Hogue – leave a review and comment (links below)

Key Quotes:

"Oral health in the elderly is often neglected due to limitations in income insurance, access to transportation, or physical and mental capacity of the patient." - Dr. Christie Hogue

"You can prevent gum disease or periodontal disease if you develop healthy oral hygiene habits." - Dr. Christie Hogue

"Patients with chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, also known as COPD, may be more likely to develop periodontal disease, but they are less likely to get dental care than adults with these chronic diseases." - Dr. Christie Hogue

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"I always believe you must know where you have come from in order to know where you're going, especially if you're trying to achieve greater." - Dr. Christie Hogue

Hello! Welcome to the Aging Pearls Podcast, where we're dedicated to providing dental pearls for all those concerned with the oral care needs of our aging population. I am Dr. Christie Hogue and today, let me introduce the story behind this podcast, the purpose of understanding the oral and systemic health of our aging population, and the virtue of persevering.

[00:01 – 04:26] Build a Solid Foundation and Persevere

• How we view our lives
• • "A strong woman has faith that she is strong enough for the journey." - Anonymous
• Lessons from the three most influential people in my life
• • Let your willingness overshadow limiting beliefs. Exhibit perseverance.
  • You must know where you have come from in order to know where you're going.

[04:27 – 16:05] The Beginning of a Purposeful Journey

• The driving force behind achieving dentistry
• • "Always fail forward." Don't get stuck with failure and move forward.
• Founding Tennessee State University's USNDA chapter
• • There is a need for health equity.
• The struggles as a dentistry student
• • Believe in God and He will provide favors.
  • What you are going through prepares you for a purpose.
• Dr. Christie's career moving forward
• • She served as a -
  • • Research investigator at GRECC, Miami
    • Dental Director Atlanta's VA Medical Center
    • Adjunct Assistant Professor of Medicine at Emory University
• Establishing Mouth Mirrors LLC
• Why Aging Pearls?
• • Pearl symbolizes wisdom, purity, integrity, and loyalty.

[16:06 – 17:29] Final Thoughts

• Join me in this journey!
• Connect with Dr. Christie Hogue – leave a review and comment (links below)

Key Quotes:

"I'm a true believer that faith in God unlocks favors from God." - Dr. Christie Hogue

"One must remember to not focus on your present circumstance, for it is just one step in the journey God has for your life to fulfill your purpose." - Dr. Christie Hogue

"Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete." - Dr. Christie Hogue

Reference:

Pregnant In The Spirit: Birthing a life of TOTAL fulfillment - Your True Purpose by Princess Odilia

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