ASSESSMENT OF THE MENTAL ATTITUDE OF THE ELDERLY FOR ROSTHODONTIC TREATMENT - A REVIEW OF THE VARIOUS CLASSIFICATONS

Ageing is considered to be a natural process which brings about change in physical, mental and social wellbeing of the individual. But the progressive disturbance in the overall health of the elderly is of concern to the entire population and needs to be dealt with utmost care. As age advances their ability to adapt to new things and assimilate new ideas are greatly compromised. They require more time to remember and concentrate.