1. Understand the critical connection between oral health and systemic health, including its impact on inflammation, cognition, nutrition, and longevity in aging adults.
2. Recognize common oral health challenges in older adults with HIV, including dry mouth, denture-related issues, and increased risks linked to medications and aging.
3. Identify practical, routine oral health strategies that clinicians, social workers, and care teams can easily integrate into everyday patient care—especially for vulnerable and aging populations.
4. Increase provider awareness and confidence in making oral health a standard part of HIV and aging care, improving quality of life and long-term outcomes for their patients.

Intended Audience

clinicians, dentists, nurses, case managers, public health, allied health

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