A tooth (plural teeth) is a hard, calcified structure found in the jaws (or mouths) of many vertebrates and used to break down food. Some animals, particularly carnivores, also use teeth for hunting or for defensive purposes. The roots of teeth are covered by gums.
Geriatrics or geriatric medicine is a specialty that focuses on health care of elderly people. It aims to promote health by preventing and treating diseases and disabilities in older adults.There is no set age at which patients may be under the care of a geriatrician or geriatric physician, a physician who specializes in the care of elderly people.Rather, this decision is determined by the individual patient's needs, and the availability of a specialist.t is important to note the difference between geriatrics, the care of aged people, and gerontology, which is the study of the aging process itself. The term geriatrics comes from the Greek Î³Î­ÏÏÎ½ geron meaning old man, and Î¹Î±ÏÏÏÏ iatros meaning healer.
Most Americans will be informal caregivers at some point during their lives. During any given year, there are more than 44 million Americans (21% of the adult population) who provide unpaid care to an elderly or disabled person 18 years or older.Altogether, informal caregivers provide 80 percent of the long-term care in the United States.1  Sixty-one percent of caregivers are women.2  Most caregivers are middle-aged. 3  Thirteen percent of caregivers are aged 65 years and older.ost Americans will be informal caregivers at some point during their lives. During any given year, there are more than 44 million Americans (21% of the adult population) who provide unpaid care to an elderly or disabled person 18 years or older.