Aging, Alzheimer’s, and Oral Health Disparities: Interdisciplinary Approaches

Date and Time

Nov. 21, 2024 | 1:00-2:15 p.m. ET

Presenter

Bei Wu, PhD, FGSA, FAAN (Hon.)
Dean's Professor in Global Health
Vice Dean for Research
Rory Meyers College of Nursing
Affiliated Professor, College of Dentistry
Co-Director, NYU Aging Incubator
New York University

Webinar Description

This presentation highlighted Dr. Bei Wu’s pioneering interdisciplinary research on oral health disparities among older adults. Drawing on large, nationally representative datasets and systematic reviews, Dr. Wu examined the complex relationship between oral health and cognitive decline, particularly dementia, across diverse racial and ethnic groups. Integrating perspectives from public health, geriatrics, and cognitive science, Dr. Wu delved into how oral health and dementia are interrelated in these populations. Additionally, she presented findings from a clinical trial that applies a multidisciplinary approach to enhance oral health outcomes for older adults with cognitive impairments. The presentation concluded with evidence-based policy recommendations aimed at reducing oral health disparities and promoting interdisciplinary collaboration in aging and public health research.

Contact Information

Please contact Damali Martin for questions about the webinar.

MHHD Webinar Committee Members:

• Dallas Anderson, Division of Neuroscience
• Damali Martin, Division of Neuroscience
• Maryam Ghaleh, Division of Neuroscience
• Camille Pottinger, Division of Neuroscience
• Nell Foret, Division of Neuroscience
• Tayona Pearson, Division of Neuroscience

Reasonable Accommodation: If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in this event, please contact the meeting organizer listed under Contact Information. Please make your request no later than 1 week before the event.