DOMENICA G. SWEIER, DDS, PhD, is a clinical associate professor in the Department of Cariology, Restorative Sciences, and Endodontics at the University of Michigan (U-M) School of Dentistry in Ann Arbor. Sweier’s research interests include interprofessional education and oral-systemic health interactions. She also is active in the International Association for Dental Research (IADR) Geriatric Oral Research Group.
When discussing esthetic treatment options for older adults, especially those on fixed incomes, dentists must help them weigh the costs of various restorative solutions.