Longitudinal analysis of cost and dental utilization patterns for older adults in outpatient and long-term care settings in Minnesota.
BACKGROUND:Dental utilization patterns and costs of providing comprehensive oral healthcare for older adults in different settings have not been examined.METHODS:Retrospective longitudinal cohort data from Apple Tree Dental (ATD) were analyzed (N = 1,159 total; 503 outpatients, 656 long-term care residents) to describe oral health status at present