Ralph H. Saunders, D.D.S., M.S.

Associate Professor
Eastman Department of Dentistry

Director of Dental Service
Monroe Community Hospital

During his clinical training Dr. Saunders became increasingly interested in geriatrics and received the NIA/NIDR Geriatric Dentistry Academic Award, a career development award. As a part of his University activities, he is currently Director of Dental Service at Monroe Community Hospital, a hospital for the chronically ill and aging.

Dr. Saunders' research includes investigations of clinical issues in geriatric dentistry including: the impact of use of medications on saliva flow, behaviors of older patients and clinicians who provide their care, preventive dentistry for older adults, and issues in education in geriatric dentistry.

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