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[ISY-1]The Current State and Future of Gerodontology in Japan
○松尾 浩一郎1 (1. Department of Oral Health Sciences for Community Welfare, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Institute of Science Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan)
【Biography】
Dr. Matsuo earned both DDS and PhD degrees from Tokyo Medical and Dental University. He joined Johns Hopkins University as a post-doctoral fellow and an assistant professor for 6 years. He was back to Japan in 2008 and appointed to current position in 2021.His research has focused on oral health and oral frailty in older individuals and fundamental understanding of mastication and swallowing.
Dr. Matsuo earned both DDS and PhD degrees from Tokyo Medical and Dental University. He joined Johns Hopkins University as a post-doctoral fellow and an assistant professor for 6 years. He was back to Japan in 2008 and appointed to current position in 2021.His research has focused on oral health and oral frailty in older individuals and fundamental understanding of mastication and swallowing.
The Japanese Society of Gerodontology (JSG), established in 1990, is the leading academic organization advancing gerodontology in Japan. As of June 2025, it comprises 4,323 members, including dentists, dental hygienists, and other healthcare professionals, and plays a central role in addressing the challenges of a rapidly aging population. A key priority of the JSG is workforce development. The society has established structured certification systems for Certified Dentists (n=334), Specialists (n=133), and Instructors (n=197), along with a dedicated certification in dysphagia rehabilitation. In collaboration with the Japanese Dental Hygienists’ Association, it also promotes specialized training for dental hygienists, supporting interdisciplinary, team-based care. The JSG has contributed to the dissemination of key concepts such as oral hypofunction and oral frailty, and to the development of clinical guidelines that underpin evidence-based practice. International collaboration is another major pillar, including a long-standing partnership with the European College of Gerodontology and active engagement with Korea and Taiwan. As population aging accelerates globally, the JSG aims to lead innovation in research, education, and care models for healthy longevity.