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Andrews M, Gao H, Datta S, Katz J. Increased odds for COVID-19 infection among individuals with periodontal disease. Clin Oral Investig 2023; 27:5925-5933. [PMID: 37606722 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-023-05204-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2023] [Accepted: 08/10/2023] [Indexed: 08/23/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Periodontal disease has been linked to multiple systemic conditions, but the relationship with COVID-19 still needs to be elucidated. We hypothesized that periodontal disease may be associated with COVID-19 infection. MATERIALS AND METHODS This study utilized cross-sectional data to establish the strength of the association between periodontal disease and COVID-19 infection. The University of Florida Health Center's i2b2 patient's registry was used to generate patient counts through ICD-10 diagnostic codes. Univariate descriptive statistics of the patient population and logistic regression to estimate odds ratios of associations between periodontal disease and COVID-19 infection were used for analysis. RESULTS Patients with periodontal disease were 4.4 times more likely to be positively diagnosed with COVID-19 than patients without PD. Associations remained similar and robust (P value < 0.0001) after adjustment for age (OR = 4.34; 95% CI, 3.68-5.09), gender (OR = 4.46; 95% CI, 3.79-5.23), and smoking status (OR = 4.77; 95% CI, 4.04-5.59). Associations were smaller but remained robust (P value < 0.0001) after adjusting for race (OR = 2.83; 95% CI, 2.40-3.32), obesity (OR = 2.53; 95% CI, 2.14-2.98), diabetes (OR = 3.32; 95% CI, 2.81-3.90), and cardiovascular disease (OR = 2.68; 95% CI, 2.27-3.14). CONCLUSIONS Periodontal disease is significantly associated with increased odds for COVID-19 infection. CLINICAL RELEVANCE With the caveat of a cross-sectional study design, these results suggest that periodontal disease may increase the odds for COVID-19 infection.
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- Michael Andrews
- Department of Health Services Research, Management and Policy, College of Public Health and Health Professions, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics, College of Public Health and Health Professions, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Department of Health Services Research, Management and Policy, College of Public Health and Health Professions, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Diagnostic Sciences, University of Florida College of Dentistry, Gainesville, FL, USA.
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Calabrese JM, Rawal K. Demographics and Oral Health Care Utilization for Older Adults. Clin Geriatr Med 2023; 39:191-205. [PMID: 37045528 DOI: 10.1016/j.cger.2023.01.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/14/2023]
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The population of older adults is projected to increase dramatically as Baby Boomers continue to reach age 65 into 2029. This article discusses key shifts in this demographic, including changes in overall health status and living arrangements, that can aid in defining older adults and their medical needs. It also highlights the changes in dental use patterns and the increase in demand for comprehensive dental services for older adults in recent years. The article focuses on the fact that oral health contributes to overall health and the dental workforce must be prepared to treat older adults in their practices.
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- Joseph M Calabrese
- Department of General Dentistry, Student Affairs, Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine, 635 Albany Street, Suite G158, Boston, MA 02118, USA; Department of Medicine, Hebrew SeniorLife, 1200 Centre Street, Boston, MA 02131, USA; Boston Medical Center, One Boston Medical Center Place, Boston, MA 02118, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Hebrew SeniorLife, 1200 Centre Street, Boston, MA 02131, USA; Department of General Dentistry, Faculty Practice, Dental Health Center, Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine.
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Morales C, Henríquez F, Muñoz S. Structural validity and reliability of the "Oral Health Assessment Tool" applied by speech-language therapists in a population of older Chilean people. BMC Oral Health 2023; 23:24. [PMID: 36650484 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-023-02725-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2022] [Accepted: 01/09/2023] [Indexed: 01/19/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND A good state of oral health allows people to communicate and eat. This topic is relevant in older people given its close relationship with their general health. At present, health challenges are directed at detecting and preventing oral disorders and are seen to exclusively by dentists, because the existing instruments can only be applied by them. However, speech-language therapists undergo similar training, which would allow them to collaborate in these processes. In this context, the Oral Health Assessment Tool (OHAT) is a detection instrument with good psychometric properties that is currently available for non-dental use. The objective of this study is the translation into Chilean Spanish of the OHAT and a structural validation of that version for application by these professionals. MATERIALS AND METHODS A mixed qualitative-quantitative study was carried out. The OHAT instrument was adapted to Chilean Spanish and subsequently subject to structural validity and evaluation of internal consistency reliability, as well as a valuation of its reproducibility in 286 older people (166 female, 120 male) from different health contexts. RESULTS The cultural adaptation of the instrument proved to be semantically consistent with the original instrument. Its application was considered to be speedy and simple in the pre-test. The confirmatory factor analysis evidenced the unidimensionality of the OHAT. In addition, the instrument shows good internal consistency and test-retest reliability. CONCLUSIONS The OHAT instrument was considered to possess adequate structural validity and test-retest reliability properties. Its usefulness in the context of oral health disorders of this population in Chile is discussed.
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- Camilo Morales
- Departamento de Procesos Terapéuticos, Facultad de Ciencias de La Salud, Universidad Católica de Temuco, Manuel Montt No. 056, Campus San Francisco, edificio B, Temuco, Chile.
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- Departamento de Procesos Terapéuticos, Facultad de Ciencias de La Salud, Universidad Católica de Temuco, Manuel Montt No. 056, Campus San Francisco, edificio B, Temuco, Chile
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- Departamento de Salud Pública, Facultad de Medicina-CIGES, Universidad de Frontera, Temuco, Chile
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Yoo H, Park JB, Ko Y. Evaluation of health screening data for factors associated with peri-implant bone loss. J Periodontal Implant Sci 2022; 52:509-521. [PMID: 36584329 PMCID: PMC9807850 DOI: 10.5051/jpis.2203620181] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2022] [Revised: 11/09/2022] [Accepted: 11/23/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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PURPOSE Systemic health has a profound effect on dental treatment. The aim of this study was to evaluate peri-implant bone loss and health screening data to discover factors that may influence peri-implant diseases. METHODS This study analyzed the panoramic X-rays of patients undergoing health screenings at the Health Promotion Center at Seoul St. Mary's Hospital in 2018, to investigate the relationship between laboratory test results and dental data. The patients' physical data, such as height, weight, blood pressure, hematological and urine analysis data, smoking habits, number of remaining teeth, alveolar bone level, number of implants, and degree of bone loss around the implant, were analyzed for correlations. Their associations with glycated hemoglobin, glucose, blood urea nitrogen (BUN), creatinine, and severity of periodontitis were evaluated using univariate and multivariate regression analysis. RESULTS In total, 2,264 patients opted in for dental health examinations, of whom 752 (33.2%) had undergone dental implant treatment. These 752 patients had a total of 2,658 implants, and 129 (17.1%) had 1 or more implants with peri-implant bone loss of 2 mm or more. The number of these implants was 204 (7%). Body mass index and smoking were not correlated with peri-implant bone loss. Stepwise multivariate regression analysis revealed that the severity of periodontal bone loss (moderate bone loss: odds ratio [OR], 3.154; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.175-8.475 and severe bone loss: OR, 7.751; 95% CI, 3.003-20) and BUN (OR, 1.082; 95% CI, 1.027-1.141) showed statistically significant predictive value. The severity of periodontitis showed greater predictive value than the biochemical parameters of blood glucose, renal function, and liver function. CONCLUSIONS The results of this study showed that periodontal bone loss was a predictor of peri-implant bone loss, suggesting that periodontal disease should be controlled before dental treatment. Diligent maintenance care is recommended for patients with moderate to severe periodontal bone loss.
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- Hyunjong Yoo
- Graduate School of Clinical Dental Science, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea
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- Graduate School of Clinical Dental Science, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea.,Departement of Dentistry, Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea
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- Graduate School of Clinical Dental Science, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea.,Departement of Dentistry, Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea
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Jun NR, Kim JH, Park JT, Jang JH. Association of Number of Teeth with ADL/IADL in Korean Middle-Aged and Older Adults: An Analysis of the 7th Korean Longitudinal Study of Aging. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:12840. [PMID: 36232142 PMCID: PMC9566546 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph191912840] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2022] [Revised: 10/04/2022] [Accepted: 10/05/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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We determined the association between the number of natural and implant teeth with activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental ADL (IADL) levels in middle-aged and older adults aged ≥ 55 years. We included 6,925 participants, who underwent a computer-assisted personal interview in the 7th Korean Longitudinal Study of Aging. After controlling for general characteristics, the associations between the number of natural and implant teeth with ADL and IADL levels were examined using multiple regression analysis. The participants had 21.2 natural teeth and 1.08 implant teeth on average. The ADL and IADL levels were 0.61 and 1.56, 0.40 and 1.16, and 1.10 and 0.31 in participants with ≤ 9, 10-19, and ≥ 20 teeth, respectively. There was no significant association between ADL and the number of natural and implant teeth (p > 0.05). However, a one-unit increase in IADL score was associated with a reduced number of natural (β = -0.031, p < 0.001) and implant (β = -0.194, p = 0.006) teeth. Difficulties regarding IADL were associated with fewer natural and implant teeth, suggesting that maintaining and managing the number of teeth is critical to promoting the health of middle-aged and older adults.
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- Nu-Ri Jun
- Department of Public Health, Graduate School, Dankook University, Cheonan-si 31116, Korea
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- Department of Public Health, Graduate School, Dankook University, Cheonan-si 31116, Korea
- Department of Health Administration, College of Health Science, Dankook University, Cheonan-si 31116, Korea
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- Department of Oral Anatomy, College of Dentistry, Dankook University, Cheonan-si 31116, Korea
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- Department of Public Health, Graduate School, Dankook University, Cheonan-si 31116, Korea
- Department of Dental Hygiene, College of Health Science, Dankook University, Cheonan-si 31116, Korea
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Khoury C, Samot J, Helmer C, Rosa RW, Georget A, Dartigues JF, Arrivé E. The association between oral health and nutritional status in older adults: a cross-sectional study. BMC Geriatr 2022; 22:499. [PMID: 35689206 PMCID: PMC9188061 DOI: 10.1186/s12877-022-03133-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2022] [Accepted: 05/09/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Objectives This work aimed to describe the nutritional status of French older adults (age ≥ 90 years) and studied the association between oral health and nutritional status. Methods A cross-sectional study was carried out in 2014 among the participants of a cohort on cerebral and functional aging in France at their 25-year follow up (the PAQUID cohort). Nutritional status (Mini Nutritional Assessment [MNA]) and oral health status (number of decayed, missing, and filled teeth [DMFT], number of posterior occluding pairs, xerostomia [Xerostomia Inventory], and prosthetic rehabilitation) were recorded at the participants’ living places by two dentists. Univariate and multivariate logistic regressions were used to explore the association between oral health and nutritional status, with adjustments for potential confounders. Odds ratios (OR) were estimated with their 95% confidence interval (CI). Results 87 participants were included in the analyses: 74.7% were females and the mean age was 94.1 years (± 3.0). Malnutrition or risk of malnutrition (MNA < 24) was present in 23 participants (26.4%), with only one having malnutrition. The mean DMFT score was 26.5 (± 5.3). The mean number of posterior occluding pairs was 1.5 (± 2.3). Twenty-one participants had xerostomia (24.1%). Only 8.1% of the participants had all their teeth or adequate dentures; 47.1% had inadequate dentures, while 44.8% had no dentures despite tooth loss. After adjustment, xerostomia (OR = 8.79; 95% CI = 2.38–39.10; p = 0.002) was found to be associated with malnutrition or risk of malnutrition. Conclusion Being at risk of malnutrition was common among people ≥ 90 years old and was associated with xerostomia. NCT04065828.
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- Claudine Khoury
- Université de Bordeaux, UFR d'Odontologie, Bordeaux, France.,CHU de Bordeaux, Pôle de médecine et chirurgie bucco-dentaire, Bordeaux, France
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- Université de Bordeaux, UFR d'Odontologie, Bordeaux, France.,CHU de Bordeaux, Pôle de médecine et chirurgie bucco-dentaire, Bordeaux, France
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- Université de Bordeaux, INSERM, Bordeaux Population Health Research Center, UMR 1219, Bordeaux, France
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- CHU de Bordeaux, USMR, Pôle de Santé publique, Bordeaux, France
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- Université de Bordeaux, INSERM, Bordeaux Population Health Research Center, UMR 1219, Bordeaux, France
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- Université de Bordeaux, UFR d'Odontologie, Bordeaux, France. .,CHU de Bordeaux, Pôle de médecine et chirurgie bucco-dentaire, Bordeaux, France.
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Montero ML, Ross CF. Saltiness perception in white sauce formulations as tested in older adults. Food Qual Prefer 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.foodqual.2022.104529] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Dikicier S, Atay A, Korkmaz C. Health-related quality of life in edentulous patients. J Med Life 2021; 14:683-689. [PMID: 35027971 PMCID: PMC8742902 DOI: 10.25122/jml-2021-0277] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/20/2021] [Accepted: 10/06/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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This study aimed to assess Oral Health-Related Quality of Life (OHQoL) and satisfaction in patients who had complete denture treatment and were diagnosed with systemic diseases. Eighty edentulous patients using new complete dentures were separated into four groups according to their diseases [diabetes mellitus (DM)/osteoporosis (OP)/hypertension (HP)/healthy (control)]. The groups answered the Turkish version of the United Kingdom-Oral Health-Related Quality of Life (OHQoL-UK) and Visual Analog Scale (VAS) questionnaire four weeks after treatment. OHQoL-UK scores were slightly higher for females regardless of the type of disease. Compared with the control participants (57.95±5.33), the scores of the OHQoL-UK were not significantly different in OP and HP groups except for the DM group (58.7±5.37, 58.9±6.44, 45.3±5.19 respectively). DM was significantly associated with the increase of OHQoL values (p<0.05). Patients in all groups reported significantly higher "physical health" scores than other subdomains of OHQoL-UK, although positive correlations were determined among them. Presence of disease had no relationship to the VAS scores. This study shows that systemic diseases might not affect and predict patients' satisfaction with their complete dentures and OHQoL. DM is an independent risk factor for oral health. Satisfaction with the prosthesis might concern a patient's level of OHQoL.
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- Sibel Dikicier
- Department of Prosthodontics, Hamidiye Faculty of Dentistry, University of Health Sciences, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Hamidiye Faculty of Dentistry, University of Health Sciences, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Hamidiye Faculty of Dentistry, University of Health Sciences, Istanbul, Turkey
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The population of older adults is projected to increase dramatically as Baby Boomers continue to reach age 65 into 2029. This article discusses key shifts in this demographic, including changes in overall health status and living arrangements, that can aid in defining older adults and their medical needs. It also highlights the changes in dental use patterns and the increase in demand for comprehensive dental services for older adults in recent years. The article focuses on the fact that oral health contributes to overall health and the dental workforce must be prepared to treat older adults in their practices.
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- Joseph M Calabrese
- Department of General Dentistry, Student Affairs, Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine, 635 Albany Street, Suite G158, Boston, MA 02118, USA; Department of Medicine, Hebrew SeniorLife, 1200 Centre Street, Boston, MA 02131, USA; Boston Medical Center, One Boston Medical Center Place, Boston, MA 02118, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Hebrew SeniorLife, 1200 Centre Street, Boston, MA 02131, USA; Department of General Dentistry, Faculty Practice, Dental Health Center, Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine.
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Dental Care in Times of the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Review. Med Sci (Basel) 2021; 9:medsci9010013. [PMID: 33669898 PMCID: PMC8006040 DOI: 10.3390/medsci9010013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2021] [Revised: 02/14/2021] [Accepted: 02/15/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Given the dynamic relationship between oral and general health, dental care must not be neglected even during a public health emergency. Nevertheless, the fear of contracting the infection appears to have caused instances of dental treatment avoidance. In these times of uncertainty, regulatory and public health organizations have made numerous and sometimes controversial recommendations to practitioners and to the public about how to secure their oral health care needs. Dentists, as advocates of oral health, should actively maintain their practices while considering local epidemiological reports and recommendations regarding prevention of SARS-CoV-2 infection. Providing appropriate safety measures, accurate triage and prioritization of patients, notice to susceptible communities, remote health care delivery when appropriate, and epidemiological reports of COVID-19 (whenever possible) are all critical considerations for dental practitioners.
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Jockusch J, Hopfenmüller W, Ettinger R, Nitschke I. Outpatient, dental care of adult vulnerable patients under general anaesthesia-a retrospective evaluation of need for treatment and dental follow-up care. Clin Oral Investig 2020; 25:2407-2417. [PMID: 32930876 PMCID: PMC7966127 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-020-03564-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2019] [Accepted: 09/01/2020] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Objectives To analyse the treatment needs of patients who had received dental treatment under GA and the effectiveness of the treatment provided. Materials and methods Retrospective chart analysis of adult at risk and vulnerable patients requiring dental treatment under GA (2007–2017). Outcome variables were indications for GA, DMF/T, and type of treatment, failure rates of treated teeth, emergencies and recall intervals after GA. Results Four hundred fourteen subjects (median age 42 years, range 18–93 years) were assigned to four groups (people with disabilities (pwdis), dementias (pwd), dental phobias (pwph), and addictions/psychosocial disorders (pwapd)) and attended the pre-GA assessment. Of these, 247 subjects (median 37 years, range 18–93 years) were treated under GA, mostly pwdis (n = 154, 69.7%). The main indication for treatment under GA was suspicion of pain (n = 178, 72.1%). Pwd had the highest degree of restoration (46.7%), DMF/T value (23.8), and most missing teeth (5.8). Pwapd had the most decayed teeth (12.9). There was a 12-month recall augmented by 2–4 oral hygiene sessions depending on compliance. The failure rate of all treated teeth was 4%. Two dental emergencies were reported for patients who received a GA. Conclusions Dental treatment need was high for adult vulnerable people. The diagnostic groups differed mainly in their subjective reason for need of a GA, their DMF/T, treatment needs and type of treatments performed. Failure and dental emergency rates after GA were low in spite of a recall interval of 12 months. Clinical Relevance Regular annual recalls could avoid dental emergencies in patients requiring treatment under GA.
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- Julia Jockusch
- Clinic of General, Special Care and Geriatric Dentistry, Center of Dental Medicine, University of Zurich, Plattenstrasse 11, 8032, Zurich, Switzerland.
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- Institute of Biometry and Clinical Epidemiology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, corporate member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health, Charitéplatz 1, 10117, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Prosthodontics, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, 52242, USA
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- Clinic of General, Special Care and Geriatric Dentistry, Center of Dental Medicine, University of Zurich, Plattenstrasse 11, 8032, Zurich, Switzerland.,Department of Prosthodontics and Materials Science, Gerodontology Section, Universitätsklinikum Leipzig AöR, Leipzig, Germany
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Botros N, Iyer P, Ojcius DM. Is there an association between oral health and severity of COVID-19 complications? Biomed J 2020; 43:325-327. [PMID: 32713780 PMCID: PMC7258848 DOI: 10.1016/j.bj.2020.05.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 45] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2020] [Accepted: 05/24/2020] [Indexed: 01/02/2023] Open
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Most patients with severe complications from COVID-19 have underlying conditions such as obesity, diabetes, and hypertension. In parallel, there is growing evidence for a link between periodontitis and non-oral systemic diseases. The oral cavity is also a reservoir for respiratory pathogens, and patients with periodontal disease are more likely to develop hospital-acquired pneumonia than healthy individuals. We therefore hypothesize that improving oral health could decrease the severity of COVID-19 symptoms and reduce the associated morbidity.
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- Nathalie Botros
- University of the Pacific, Arthur Dugoni School of Dentistry, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- Department of Diagnostic Sciences, University of the Pacific, Arthur Dugoni School of Dentistry, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, University of the Pacific, Arthur Dugoni School of Dentistry, San Francisco, CA, USA.
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Matsuda S, Murakami M, Ikeda Y, Nakagawa Y, Tsuji A, Kitagishi Y. Role of tumor suppressor molecules in genomic perturbations and damaged DNA repair involved in the pathogenesis of cancer and neurodegeneration (Review). Biomed Rep 2020; 13:10. [PMID: 32765849 PMCID: PMC7391300 DOI: 10.3892/br.2020.1317] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2018] [Accepted: 05/11/2020] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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Genomic perturbations due to inaccurate DNA replication, including inappropriate chromosomal segregation often underlie the development of cancer and neurodegenerative diseases. The incidence of these two diseases increases with age and exhibits an inverse association. Therefore, elderly subjects with cancer exhibit a reduced risk of a neurodegenerative disease, and vice versa. Both of these diseases are associated with aging and share several risk factors. Cells have multiple mechanisms to repair DNA damage and inaccurate replication. Previous studies have demonstrated that tumor suppressor proteins serve a critical role in the DNA damage response, which may result in genomic instability and thus induction of cellular apoptosis. Tumor suppressor genes, such as phosphatase and tensin homologue deleted on chromosome 10 (PTEN), breast cancer susceptibility gene 1 (BRCA1) and TP53 reduce genomic susceptibility to cancer by repairing the damaged DNA. In addition, these genes work cooperatively to ensure the inhibition of the development of several types of cancer. PTEN, BRCA1 and TP53 have been recognized as the most frequently deleted and/or mutated genes in various types of human cancer. Recently, tumor suppressor genes have also been shown to be involved in the development of neurodegenerative diseases. The present review summarizes the recent findings of the functions of these tumor suppressors that are associated with genomic stability, and are involved in carcinogenic and neurodegenerative cell signaling. A summary is presented regarding the interactions of these tumor suppressors with their partners which results in transduction of downstream signals. The implications of these functions for cancer and neurodegenerative disease-associated biology are also highlighted.
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- Satoru Matsuda
- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Nara Women's University, Nara 630-8506, Japan
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Nara Women's University, Nara 630-8506, Japan
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Nara Women's University, Nara 630-8506, Japan
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Nara Women's University, Nara 630-8506, Japan
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Nara Women's University, Nara 630-8506, Japan
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Nara Women's University, Nara 630-8506, Japan
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Koistinen S, Olai L, Ståhlnacke K, Fält A, Ehrenberg A. Oral health-related quality of life and associated factors among older people in short-term care. Int J Dent Hyg 2020; 18:163-172. [PMID: 31782889 PMCID: PMC7217038 DOI: 10.1111/idh.12424] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2019] [Revised: 11/12/2019] [Accepted: 11/26/2019] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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OBJECTIVES It is well known that oral health status is associated with oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) in the general population. The aim of this study was to describe and analyse OHRQoL among older people in short-term care and its associated factors. MATERIALS AND METHODS This cross-sectional study included 391 older people in 36 short-term care units. Data were collected via clinical oral assessments, questions about self-perceived oral and general health, Katz Index of Activities of Daily Living (Katz-ADL) and the Revised Oral Assessment Guide (ROAG). OHRQoL was measured using the Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-14). Multivariate logistic regression models were applied in the analysis. RESULTS Poor OHRQoL was reported by 34% of the older people. Associated factors were swallowing problems according to ROAG; quite poor/poor self-perceived physical, psychological and oral health; and being a woman. CONCLUSIONS There is an association between OHRQoL and older people's self-perceived health according to the OHIP-14. This indicates the importance of early detection of oral health problems in frail older people and to assess both oral health and swallowing problems among older people in short-term care.
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- Susanne Koistinen
- School of Education, Health and Social StudiesDalarna UniversityFalunSweden
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- School of Education, Health and Social StudiesDalarna UniversityFalunSweden
- Department of Public Health and Caring SciencesFamily Medicine and Preventive MedicineUppsala UniversityUppsalaSweden
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- School of Medicine and HealthSchool of Health SciencesÖrebro UniversityÖrebroSweden
- Dental Research DepartmentPostgraduate Dental Education CenterÖrebroSweden
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- Clinical Epidemiology and BiostatisticsSchool of Medical SciencesÖrebro UniversityÖrebroSweden
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- School of Education, Health and Social StudiesDalarna UniversityFalunSweden
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Mariño R, Enticott J, Browning C, Elsamman M, Etzion R, Ferooz M, Fujihara R, Hancock H, He J, Kendig H. Self-assessed impact of oral health on the psychological well-being and depressive symptoms of older adults living in Melbourne. J Public Health Dent 2020; 80:177-185. [PMID: 32281128 DOI: 10.1111/jphd.12363] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2019] [Revised: 12/13/2019] [Accepted: 02/07/2020] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVES This study aimed to investigate oral health-related factors affecting the self-assessed psychological well-being (PW) and depressive symptoms of independent-living Australians aged 79 years and over living in the community in metropolitan Melbourne. METHODS The Melbourne Longitudinal Studies on Healthy Aging (MELSHA) program was used as the data source in this study and includes data on the health and well-being of older participants. The MELSHA baseline data collection occurred in 1994, the current study used data from the 2008 data collection and included 201 participants, who remained in the study. Data were analyzed using multiple linear regression (MLR) analysis with a stepwise procedure to identify the variables that accounted for a significant proportion of the variance in the participants' PW scores. RESULTS Present findings indicate that oral health may play a significant mediating role in PW through maintaining a presentable and acceptable physical appearance. Some 16.4 percent of participants reported feeling concerned about their dental appearance, either "Sometimes," "Often," or "Very often." Multivariate analysis showed significantly influences on PW positive and negative affect scores (P < 0.0001); and depressive symptoms (P < 0.0001) by participants' dentition status, enjoyment of meals, self-reported feeling of concern about the appearance of the mouth, social activity and self-assessment of general health. Final models explained 17.8, 20.1, and 24.6 percent of the variance of PW positive, negative affect scores, and depressive symptoms, respectively. CONCLUSIONS Oral health, specifically the appearance of the mouth and dentition, plays a significant role in the PW of older Melbournians. Future cross-sectional and longitudinal studies are indicated to raise awareness on the changes required to improve the quality of life of the older population.
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- Rodrigo Mariño
- Melbourne Dental School, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- School of Nursing and Healthcare Professions, Federation University, Mt Helen Campus, Ballarat, Victoria, Australia
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- Melbourne Dental School, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Melbourne Dental School, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Melbourne Dental School, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Melbourne Dental School, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Melbourne Dental School, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- College of Health and Medicine, Australian National University, Canberra, Australia
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- College of Health and Medicine, Australian National University, Canberra, Australia
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Important oral care needs of older French people: A cross-sectional study. Rev Epidemiol Sante Publique 2020; 68:83-90. [DOI: 10.1016/j.respe.2020.01.135] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2019] [Revised: 12/09/2019] [Accepted: 01/10/2020] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Shimpi N, Glurich I, Panny A, Acharya A. Knowledgeability, attitude, and practice behaviors of primary care providers toward managing patients' oral health care in medical practice: Wisconsin statewide survey. J Am Dent Assoc 2019; 150:863-872. [PMID: 31446976 DOI: 10.1016/j.adaj.2019.05.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2018] [Revised: 05/21/2019] [Accepted: 05/22/2019] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND In this study, the authors sought to explore the receptivity, preparedness, and rates of adoption of integrated medical-dental models of care (MOCs) in the practice setting among primary care providers (PCPs) treating patients with diabetes mellitus (DM). METHODS The authors conducted an anonymous statewide survey targeting PCPs across a range of Wisconsin-based practice settings to evaluate knowledgeability, attitude, practice behaviors, and perceived barriers to oral health screening in a medical setting. Qualitative analytical approaches included thematic analyses applied to evaluate the status of and barriers to integrated medical-dental MOC adoption. RESULTS The integrated medical-dental MOC adoption rate was 34%. Top perceived barriers to integrated medical-dental MOC adoption included insurance coverage (71%) and care access (70%). A total of 39% indicated competency for educating patients about the association between DM and periodontitis. Although 72% of PCPs indicated optimal periodicity for oral health assessment as frequent, 39% reported frequently conducting such assessments. CONCLUSIONS Although PCPs indicate receptivity to integrated medical-dental MOCs, PCPs identify suboptimal education, lack of adequate training in oral-systemic disease assessment, and barriers to oral health care access as barriers to integrated medical-dental MOC adoption. PRACTICAL IMPLICATIONS Integrated medical-dental MOC adoption in care delivery to patients with DM remains below average. Interdisciplinary efforts and education are needed to address identified barriers to care integration.
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Hägglund P, Koistinen S, Olai L, Ståhlnacke K, Wester P, Levring Jäghagen E. Older people with swallowing dysfunction and poor oral health are at greater risk of early death. Community Dent Oral Epidemiol 2019; 47:494-501. [PMID: 31407829 PMCID: PMC6899490 DOI: 10.1111/cdoe.12491] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2018] [Revised: 07/18/2019] [Accepted: 07/19/2019] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Objectives We investigated the associations between swallowing dysfunction, poor oral health and mortality among older people in intermediate care in Sweden. Methods This prospective cohort study investigated 391 older people in 36 intermediate care units (clusters). Swallowing function was assessed with the timed water swallow test (TWST), and oral health with the revised oral assessment guide (ROAG) at baseline. Data were collected on age, sex, education level, multimorbidity, cognitive impairment, care dependency and body mass index (BMI). Time to mortality was recorded during the following year. The mixed effects Cox regression model with cluster as a random factor was used to estimate hazards ratios (HR) with 95% confidence intervals (CI). Results The median age of the participants was 84 years (interquartile range [IQR]: 11), and 53.3% were females. Mortality within one year was 25.1%. In the adjusted model, swallowing dysfunction and poor oral health were both independently associated with mortality (adjusted HR [aHR]: 1.67, 95% CI 1.02‐2.75; P = .041 and aHR: 1.98, 95% CI 1.07‐3.65; P = .029, respectively). Participants with combined swallowing dysfunction and poor oral health showed the highest mortality (35.0%) and 2.6 (95% CI 1.15‐5.89; P = .022) times higher mortality risk than those with normal swallowing function and good oral health (13.0%). Conclusions Swallowing dysfunction and poor oral health were identified as independent risk factors for mortality in older people in intermediate care. Although further studies are required to verify these findings, they suggest that systematic assessment of swallowing function and oral health status should be performed for care considerations.
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- Patricia Hägglund
- Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Department of Odontology, Faculty of Medicine, Umeå University, Umeå, Sweden
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- School of Education, Health and Social Studies, Dalarna University, Falun, Sweden
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- School of Education, Health and Social Studies, Dalarna University, Falun, Sweden.,Department of Public Health and Caring Sciences, Family Medicine and Preventive Medicine, Uppsala University, Uppsala, Sweden
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- Public Dental Service, Region Örebro County, Örebro, Sweden.,Faculty of Health and Medicine, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden
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- Department of Public Health and Clinical Medicine, Umeå University, Umeå, Sweden.,Department of Clinical Science, Karolinska Institutet, Danderyd Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Department of Odontology, Faculty of Medicine, Umeå University, Umeå, Sweden
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Kheirmand Parizi M, Akbari H, Malek-Mohamadi M, Kheirmand Parizi M, Kakoei S. Association of salivary levels of immunoglobulin-a and amylase with oral-dental manifestations in patients with controlled and non-controlled type 2 diabetes. BMC Oral Health 2019; 19:175. [PMID: 31387562 PMCID: PMC6685263 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-019-0868-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2019] [Accepted: 07/29/2019] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
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Background Oral health is related to general health and one of the most prevalent chronic diseases is diabetes mellitus. Diabetes can have adverse effects on oral health and vice versa. Saliva analysis can be used as a non-invasive method to obtain information about diseases status like diabetes. The aim of present study was to evaluate the salivary immunoglobulin-A (s-IgA) and salivary amylase levels and their associations with oral-dental manifestations in patients with controlled and non-controlled type 2 diabetes. Methods This case-control study was carried out on 90 subjects who referred to the Diabetes Center of Shahid Bahonar Hospital, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran. Participants were divided into three groups: 1) uncontrolled diabetic patients (n = 30); 2) controlled diabetic patients (n = 30); and 3) healthy individuals (n = 30). Unstimulated salivary levels of I-A and amylase were measured. All participants underwent a dental and periodontal examination to explore the oral and dental manifestations. T-test, chi-square and ANOVA tests were used for data analysis in SPSS 18. Results Significant higher level of s-IgA was found in uncontrolled diabetic patients compared to controlled diabetic (P ≤ 0.0001) and the control group (P = 0.004). Moreover, the mean levels of s-amylase in uncontrolled patients was significantly higher compared to controlled diabetic (P = 0.01) and the control group (P ≤ 0.0001). Uncontrolled diabetic patients with oral candidiasis, erythematous candidiasis, abscesses, or xerostomia had higher s-IgA levels compared to the controlled diabetic participants. Moreover, uncontrolled diabetic patients with oral candidiasis or erythematous candidiasis showed a significant higher levels of s-amylase compared to controlled diabetic patients. Also, significant positive correlations were found between s-IgA and DMFT and s-IgA and PDI (r = 0.444, P = 0.014 and r = 0.386, P = 0.035, respectively). Conclusion In conclusion, higher s-amylase and s-IgA concentrations may reflect oral-dental manifestations in T2DM. Moreover, the current findings suggest that s-amylase and s-IgA may serve as a complementary and alternative fluid in screening for diabetes mellitus.
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- Marjan Kheirmand Parizi
- Dentist, Student Research Committee, School of Dentistry, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Endocrinology and Metabolism Research Center, Institute of Basic and Clinical Physiology Sciences, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran.,Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Community Oral Health Department, School of dentistry, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Oral and Dental Diseases Research Center, Dental School, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran. .,Department of Oral Medicine, School of Dentistry, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran.
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Koistinen S, Olai L, Ståhlnacke K, Fält A, Ehrenberg A. Oral health and oral care in short-term care: prevalence, related factors and coherence between older peoples' and professionals' assessments. Scand J Caring Sci 2019; 33:712-722. [PMID: 30859599 PMCID: PMC7328680 DOI: 10.1111/scs.12667] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2019] [Accepted: 01/23/2019] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Background Oral health is important for well‐being and overall health. Older peoples′ oral health is well described in the residential care context, but remains understudied in short‐term care. Objective The aim of this study was to describe oral health, daily oral care and related factors among older people in short‐term care and to compare self‐perceived oral health with professional assessment. Materials and methods This cross‐sectional study included 391 older people in 36 short‐term units in 19 Swedish municipalities. Oral health was assessed professionally by clinical oral assessment and the Revised Oral Assessment Guide (ROAG). The older peoples’ perceptions of their own oral health were measured with a global question on self‐perceived oral health. Self‐care ability was assessed with Katz Index of Activities of Daily Living (Katz‐ADL). Results Mean age was 82.9 years, 19% of participants were totally edentulous, and 43% had ≥20 teeth. Almost 60% had coating or food debris on their teeth, but only 19% received help with daily oral care. Those who were dependent on help with self‐care had around a sixfold higher risk of having oral problems. There was a low level of agreement between the clinical assessment based on ROAG and self‐perceived oral health. Conclusion Professionals’ assessments of oral health differed considerably from the older peoples′ own assessments. A higher risk of oral problems and more occurrence of coating or food debris or broken teeth were seen among those dependent on help with self‐care (ADL). This study indicates that in order to improve older peoples′ oral health and oral care we need to provide person‐centred oral care and to develop a close collaboration between nursing and dental staff.
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- Susanne Koistinen
- School of Education, Health and Social Studies, Dalarna University, Dalarna, Sweden.,School of Medicine and Health, School of Health Sciences, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden
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- School of Education, Health and Social Studies, Dalarna University, Dalarna, Sweden.,Department of Public Health and Caring Sciences, Family Medicine and Preventive Medicine, Uppsala University, Uppsala, Sweden
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- School of Medicine and Health, School of Health Sciences, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden.,Dental Research Department, Postgraduate Dental Education Center, Örebro, Sweden
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- Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Medical Sciences, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden
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- School of Education, Health and Social Studies, Dalarna University, Dalarna, Sweden
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Chávez EM, Wong LM, Subar P, Young DA, Wong A. Dental Care for Geriatric and Special Needs Populations. Dent Clin North Am 2019; 62:245-267. [PMID: 29478456 DOI: 10.1016/j.cden.2017.11.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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This article reviews considerations for oral health care associated with the most common causes of mortality and morbidity in older adults. Many of these diseases result in functional or cognitive impairments that must be considered in treatment planning to ensure appropriate, safe, and effective care for patients. Many of these considerations parallel those of adults who have lived with developmental disabilities over a lifetime and similar principles can be applied. Systemic diseases, conditions, and their treatments can pose significant risks to oral health, which requires prevention, treatment, and advocacy for oral health care as integral to chronic disease management.
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- Elisa M Chávez
- Department of Diagnostic Sciences, University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, 155 5th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA.
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- Department of Diagnostic Sciences, University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, 155 5th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA
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- Special Care Clinic, Hospital Dentistry Program, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, 155 5th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA; Department of Family and Community Medicine, UCSF School of Medicine, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- Department of Diagnostic Sciences, University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, 155 5th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA
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- AEGD Program, Hospital Dentistry Program, University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, 155 5th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA
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Sukalski JMC, McKernan SC, Avila-Ortiz G, Cunningham-Ford MA, Qian F, Damiano PC. Periodontal treatment needs in the Medicaid patient population: a retrospective study in a US dental school. J Public Health Dent 2018; 79:53-59. [PMID: 30516828 DOI: 10.1111/jphd.12294] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2018] [Revised: 08/30/2018] [Accepted: 10/08/2018] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to use electronic health records (EHRs) from a US dental school clinic to retrospectively investigate associations between periodontal treatment needs and insurance type in a newly insured adult Medicaid population. We hypothesized that newly insured Medicaid patients, covered by the Iowa Dental Wellness Plan (DWP), would display greater need for treatment than patients with other sources of financing. METHODS A retrospective chart review of EHRs of patients at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics (UI COD) from 2014 to 2016 was completed. The outcome of interest whether or not a new patient was indicated for scaling and root planing (SRP) based on clinical examination. Logistic regression models analyzed associations between treatment need and source of financing, adjusting for known periodontal disease risk indicators. RESULTS A total of 1,259 patient charts were evaluated. SRP was indicated for 56 percent of all patients. Patients with DWP coverage had significantly greater unadjusted odds of being indicated for SRP than privately insured individuals (OR = 1.47, P = 0.009). However, this association did not remain significant after adjusting for known risk indicators. CONCLUSIONS Although individuals enrolled in DWP were not significantly more likely to need treatment than individuals with other sources of financing when adjusting for risk indicators, their demonstrated clinical need was higher than privately insured adults. Public benefit programs could anticipate greater burden of periodontal need in low-income populations due to increased prevalence of risk factors in this population.
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- Jennifer M C Sukalski
- Department of Preventive and Community Dentistry, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, USA.,Public Policy Center, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, USA
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- Department of Preventive and Community Dentistry, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, USA.,Public Policy Center, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, USA
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- Department of Preventive and Community Dentistry, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, USA
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- Department of Preventive and Community Dentistry, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, USA.,Public Policy Center, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, USA
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Maille G, Saliba-Serre B, Ferrandez AM, Ruquet M. Use of care and the oral health status of people aged 60 years and older in France: results from the National Health and Disability Survey. Clin Interv Aging 2017; 12:1159-1166. [PMID: 28814841 PMCID: PMC5546192 DOI: 10.2147/cia.s135542] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Objective We aimed to analyze, from the data in a national survey, the use of oral care and the oral health status of patients living at home or in an institution. Background Patients aged 60 years and older have important oral health needs, but their oral management may differ according to their immediate environment. The fact of living at home or in an institution can influence the use of care and alter the patients’ perception of their oral health status. Methods The data analyzed were taken from a survey on disability and health carried out in 2008–2009, which is representative of the population living in France. It consists of two sections, one centered on disability and health among home-dwellers and the other on patients living in an institution. In each of these two populations, we carried out descriptive analysis of three themes: use of care, forgoing of care, and oral health. Results Although visits to physicians and specialists were frequent, visits to dentists were lower in both populations. While a minority of patients forwent care, it was dental care that was mainly forgone by both home-dwellers and institutionalized patients. The cost factor remained the principal reason, but other factors such as fear or accessibility problems were cited. Use of a dental appliance was considerably more frequent among institutionalized patients than among home-dwellers, with just over half the institutionalized population wearing a dental appliance. Perceived state of oral health remained difficult to interpret. Conclusion To improve access to oral care for the elderly, the patients, their entourage and health providers need increased awareness and information on the importance of good oral health. Better information must be associated with regular clinical examination.
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- Gérald Maille
- UMR 7268 ADÉS, Aix-Marseille Université-EFS-CNRS, Faculté de Médecine Nord.,Faculté d'Odontologie, Aix-Marseille Université, Marseille Cedex, France
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- UMR 7268 ADÉS, Aix-Marseille Université-EFS-CNRS, Faculté de Médecine Nord.,Faculté d'Odontologie, Aix-Marseille Université, Marseille Cedex, France
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Hatami H, Eshrati B, Kalateh E. Health Survey of Elderly Residents in Rural Areas of Ashtian City: Markazi Province, 2015. SALMAND 2016. [DOI: 10.21859/sija-1102250] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Hollaar V, van der Maarel-Wierink C, van der Putten GJ, de Swart B, de Baat C. Effect of daily application of a 0.05% chlorhexidine solution on the incidence of (aspiration) pneumonia in care home residents: design of a multicentre cluster randomised controlled clinical trial. BMJ Open 2015; 5:e007889. [PMID: 26715476 PMCID: PMC4710816 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2015-007889] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Pneumonia is an important cause of death in care home residents. Dysphagia and poor oral health are significant risk factors for developing aspiration pneumonia. Oral hygiene care reduces the number of oral bacteria and the risk of aspiration pneumonia. However, it is not clear yet which oral hygiene care intervention is most efficacious in reducing the risk of aspiration pneumonia. The aim of the study is to assess whether the application of a 0.05% chlorhexidine-containing solution in addition to the usual daily oral hygiene care reduces the incidence of pneumonia in physically disabled care home residents with dysphagia. METHODS AND ANALYSIS The study was designed as a multicentre cluster randomised controlled clinical trial, with care homes as units of randomisation. During 1 year, 500 physically disabled care home residents with dysphagia will be followed. The intervention consists of applying a 0.05% chlorhexidine-containing solution twice daily, immediately after the usual oral hygiene care, whereas the control group receives no application after the usual oral hygiene care. The primary outcome is the incidence of pneumonia diagnosed by a physician, using a set of strictly described criteria. The effect of the intervention on the incidence of pneumonia will be determined using a Cox regression analysis. The secondary outcomes are correlations between incidence of pneumonia, age, gender, diagnosed diseases, dysphagia severity, care dependency, actually used medication, number of teeth and implants present and the presence of removable dentures. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION Ethical approval was obtained from the Medical Ethical Committee of Radboud university medical centre: NL.nr: 41990.091.12. Written and informed consent will be obtained from all participating care homes and residents. The study's findings will be published in peer-reviewed journals. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER The trial has been registered in the Netherlands in the National Trial Register: TC=3515.
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- Vanessa Hollaar
- BENECOMO, Flemish-Netherlands Geriatric Oral Research Group, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
- Department of Neurorehabilitation, HAN University of Applied Sciences, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
- Department of Oral Function and Prosthetic Dentistry, Radboud University Medical Centre, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- BENECOMO, Flemish-Netherlands Geriatric Oral Research Group, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
- Center for Special Care in Dentistry, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- BENECOMO, Flemish-Netherlands Geriatric Oral Research Group, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
- Department of Oral Function and Prosthetic Dentistry, Radboud University Medical Centre, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
- Amaris Gooizicht, Hilversum, The Netherlands
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- Department of Neurorehabilitation, HAN University of Applied Sciences, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
- Division Speech Therapy, Department of Rehabilitation, Radboud University Medical Centre, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- BENECOMO, Flemish-Netherlands Geriatric Oral Research Group, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
- Department of Oral Function and Prosthetic Dentistry, Radboud University Medical Centre, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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West Midlands Care Home Dental Survey 2011: part 2. Results of clinical survey of care home residents. Br Dent J 2015; 219:349-53. [PMID: 26450252 DOI: 10.1038/sj.bdj.2015.758] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/11/2015] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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AIM To determine the oral health status of a sample of care home residents and provide data to inform local needs assessments and commissioning decisions. METHODS A stratified sampling methodology was used to sample care homes; residents were then selected at random and invited to participate. The survey consisted of a short questionnaire and a clinical examination; it attempted to capture data relating to current oral health status, treatment need and suitability for treatment. RESULTS Of 1761 residents sampled, 848 residents (mean age: 80 years) were competent to and consented to participate in the survey. Of those who consented to a clinical examination, 56% were dentate and 43.6% edentate. Among dentate residents, there was a caries prevalence of 55.8%. Just over half of examined residents (52.7%) were thought to be in need of dental treatment, and potentially suitable to receive treatment. CONCLUSION These findings document the current state of oral health of a sample of care home residents in the West Midlands and provide valuable data to help inform strategic commissioning decisions. The particular oral health needs of this population group must be considered.
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Oz ZS, Bektas S, Battal F, Atmaca H, Ermis B. Nuclear morphometric and morphological analysis of exfoliated buccal and tongue dorsum cells in type-1 diabetic patients. J Cytol 2014; 31:139-43. [PMID: 25538382 PMCID: PMC4274524 DOI: 10.4103/0970-9371.145642] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Background: Diabetes mellitus type 1 that results from immunologically mediated damage to the β-cells in the pancreas. Diabetes mellitus is characterized by recurrent or persistent hyperglycemia. Hyperglycemia can be associated with salivary gland dysfunction and alterations in the oral epithelial cells. Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the qualitative and quantitative changes in buccal and tongue dorsum epithelial cells using an exfoliative cytology method in type 1 diabetic patients. Materials and Methods: We performed light microscopic analysis of the buccal and tongue dorsum smears in thirty type 1 diabetic patients and thirty healthy individuals. The oral smears were stained using Papanicolaou method for cytological examination and nuclear morphometric analysis. In each case, the mean nuclear area, perimeter, length, breadth, and roundness factor were evaluated in each smear using the image analysis software (Q Win, Leica™). Results: The nuclear area, length, breadth, and perimeters were significantly higher in the diabetic group from tongue dorsum smear than that of the control group (P < 0.05). In the cytological examination, karyorrhexis-karyolysis-karyopyknosis, binucleation, nuclear membrane irregularity, cytoplasmic polymorphism, perinuclear halo were observed in oral smears with type 1 diabetic patients. Binucleation (P = 0.002) and nuclear membrane irregularity (P = 0.024) were significantly more common in buccal smears of diabetic group. Furthermore, the sensitivity of buccal mucosa was significantly higher in the diabetic group (P = 0.006). Conclusion: The light microscopic and nuclear morphometric study indicates that type 1 diabetes can produce morphological and nuclear morphometric changes in the oral mucosa that are noticeable with exfoliative cytology.
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- Zehra Safi Oz
- Department of Medical Biology, School of Medicine, Bulent Ecevit University, Zonguldak, Turkey
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- Department of Pathology, School of Medicine, Bulent Ecevit University, Zonguldak, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatrics, Sammas Vehbi Ekecik Women Health and Children Hospital, Aksaray, Turkey
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- Department of Endocrinology, School of Medicine, Ondokuz Mayıs University, Samsun, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Sakarya University, Sakarya, Turkey
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Sugimura M, Kudo C, Hanamoto H, Oyamaguchi A, Morimoto Y, Boku A, Niwa H. Considerations during intravenous sedation in geriatric dental patients with dementia. Clin Oral Investig 2014; 19:1107-14. [PMID: 25346372 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-014-1334-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2014] [Accepted: 10/03/2014] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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OBJECTIVES We retrospectively assessed the usability and precautions required during intravenous sedation (IVS) for dental treatment in geriatric outpatients with dementia. MATERIALS AND METHODS We investigated the intraoperative complications in 65 cases (25 geriatric dental patients with dementia) under IVS, from the standpoint of local anesthesia usage, water usage during treatment, and content of treatment. RESULTS Circulatory complications occurred in 46.2 % and respiratory complications in 52.3 % of all cases (n = 65). Bradycardia occurred in 13.8 % and hypotension in 12.3 % of cases in the former, while coughing spells occurred in 41.5 % and snoring in 16.9 % of cases in the latter. Many of the local anesthesia usage cases did not require water usage, such as during tooth extraction (p < 0.0001). Water usage cases, such as for caries treatment, needed longer sedation and treatment times, resulting in more propofol usage (p < 0.001, p < 0.0001, and p < 0.01, respectively). Many coughing spells developed in the water usage cases (p < 0.05). 81.8 % of snoring and 63.3 % of circulatory complications, such as hypotension and bradycardia, developed in the tooth extraction cases (p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS All the scheduled dental treatments in dementia patients were smoothly performed under IVS. However, stringent attention should be paid to the prevention of aspiration of fluids retained in the pharynx, airway obstruction due to therapeutic maneuvers, respiratory inhibition by sedatives, and hemodynamic fluctuations caused by invasive procedures under local anesthesia. CLINICAL RELEVANCE In the future, with the growing need for dental procedures in dementia patients, dentists will require training in the general management of such patients.
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- Mitsutaka Sugimura
- Department of Dental Anesthesiology, Graduate School of Dentistry, Osaka University, 1-8 Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka, 565-0871, Japan,
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Mago A, Thyvalikakath TP. Impact of mood disorders on oral health-care utilization among middle-aged and older adults. Community Dent Oral Epidemiol 2014; 42:451-9. [PMID: 24684143 DOI: 10.1111/cdoe.12102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2013] [Accepted: 01/18/2014] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND Good oral health improves quality of life and is an integral part of active aging. Similar to some other systemic diseases, mood disorders are more prevalent in middle to older ages and have an associated risk of developing poor oral health. Consequently, people with mood disorders need to have regular dental care. There is scarce evidence in Canada linking mood disorders to the use of professional oral care services. The purpose of this study was to investigate the association between mood disorders and utilization of oral health-care services in a population-based sample of middle aged and older adults in Canada. METHODS Data were extracted from Canadian Community Health Survey - Healthy Aging, 2008. Multinomial logistic regression was used to investigate the association between mood disorders and oral care utilization, adjusted for the confounders. RESULTS Among 30,354 respondents included in our sample, 2162 (6.9%) reported having mood disorders. After adjusting for age, sex, education, marital status, and dental insurance status, the respondents who had mood disorders had a significant increased odds of not visiting a dental professional in the past year (OR:1.21, 95% CI: 1.08-1.35). The association of never visiting a dental professional and mood disorders was even stronger (OR: 1.49, 95% CI: 0.91-2.46). CONCLUSION Mood disorders were found to have a strong association with underutilization of oral care services among aging adults of Canada. Given the associated poor oral health risks for elderly with mood disorders, oral health planners should strengthen the implementation of surveillance programs directed toward better oral health for this disadvantaged subpopulation.
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- Anjali Mago
- School of Population and Public Health, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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Kwok C, McIntyre A, Janzen S, Mays R, Teasell R. Oral care post stroke: a scoping review. J Oral Rehabil 2014; 42:65-74. [DOI: 10.1111/joor.12229] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/16/2014] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- C. Kwok
- Aging, Rehabilitation and Geriatric Care; Lawson Health Research Institute; St. Joseph's Parkwood Hospital; London ON Canada
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- Aging, Rehabilitation and Geriatric Care; Lawson Health Research Institute; St. Joseph's Parkwood Hospital; London ON Canada
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- Aging, Rehabilitation and Geriatric Care; Lawson Health Research Institute; St. Joseph's Parkwood Hospital; London ON Canada
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- Aging, Rehabilitation and Geriatric Care; Lawson Health Research Institute; St. Joseph's Parkwood Hospital; London ON Canada
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- Aging, Rehabilitation and Geriatric Care; Lawson Health Research Institute; St. Joseph's Parkwood Hospital; London ON Canada
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation; Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry; Western University; London ON Canada
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Listl S. Cost-related dental non-attendance in older adulthood: evidence from eleven European countries and Israel. Gerodontology 2014; 33:253-9. [PMID: 25209324 DOI: 10.1111/ger.12151] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/15/2014] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND Although relevant for health policy, so far only little is known about the extent to which persons avoid dental attendance because of associated costs. OBJECTIVES To examine the cost-relatedness of dental non-attendance in various older adulthood populations. MATERIAL AND METHODS Secondary analyses were conducted of data from wave 1 of the Survey of Health, Ageing, and Retirement in Europe (SHARE), which includes unique information on recent dental non-attendance and care foregone due to costs by persons aged 50+ from eleven European countries and Israel. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was used to detect differences in the extent to which dental non-attendance is attributable to associated costs. RESULTS The study sample comprised 13 935 persons who did not access dental care within the past year. Levels of cost-related non-attendance differed between the twelve examined countries, ranging from 6.8% in Israel to 0.5% in Austria. Cost-related non-attendance was 47% less likely among persons with good as compared to compromised chewing ability (Odds Ratio: 0.53; 95% CI: 0.43-0.66). Cost-related non-attendance was 33% less likely among persons with tertiary as compared to (pre-) primary educational attainment (Odds Ratio: 0.67; 95% CI: 0.47-0.96). Cost-related dental non-attendance was significantly more likely among persons with low levels of general health (Odds Ratio for lowest vs. highest level of general health: 3.05; 95% CI: 1.88-4.95). CONCLUSIONS The findings of the present study suggest that a relatively small proportion of dental non-attendance in older adulthood is cost-related. For specific population subgroups in various countries, however, dental care costs may still pose a relevant barrier to dental care.
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- Stefan Listl
- Department of Conservative Dentistry, Heidelberg University, Heidelberg, Germany.,Max Planck Institute for Social Law and Social Policy, Munich Center for the Economics of Aging, Munich, Germany
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Mariño R, Albala C, Sanchez H, Cea X, Fuentes A. Prevalence of diseases and conditions which impact on oral health and oral health self-care among older chilean. J Aging Health 2014; 27:3-16. [PMID: 24850366 DOI: 10.1177/0898264314533723] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim is to describe the prevalence of chronic diseases and conditions that may affect the oral health and oral health self-care of independent living Chilean older adults. METHOD In all, 4,766 residents aged 60 years and older took part in the study. Participants were interviewed using an 11-module instrument, including demographic data, quality of life, nutritional status, systemic diseases, and lists of medications. RESULTS Participants with cognitive impediments (n = 553) were eliminated from further analysis. Of the remaining 4,213, 61.2% were female. The mean age was 71.1 (SD = 7.8) years. A total of 19.6% reported no medical conditions, 53.1% reported one or two conditions, and 27.3% reported between three and nine conditions. The most commonly reported conditions were high blood pressure (78.0%), diabetes (26.5%), depression (23.4%), and cardiovascular disease (18.7%). Seventy-six percent reported taking medication, with an average of 3.4 drugs per person. Among those taking medication, 70.2% were taking at least one that may cause salivary hypofunction. DISCUSSION With the aging of Chile and the reciprocal links between oral disease and chronic diseases, policies and innovative initiatives need to be implemented so that programs become affordable and accessible for this population.
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van der Putten GJ, De Visschere L, van der Maarel-Wierink C, Vanobbergen J, Schols J. The importance of oral health in (frail) elderly people – a review. Eur Geriatr Med 2013. [DOI: 10.1016/j.eurger.2013.07.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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A multicenter observational study on the role of comorbidities in the recurrent episodes of benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. Auris Nasus Larynx 2013; 41:31-6. [PMID: 23932347 DOI: 10.1016/j.anl.2013.07.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 79] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2013] [Revised: 07/09/2013] [Accepted: 07/12/2013] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Primary objective of this study was to find a statistical link between the most worldwide comorbidities affecting the elderly population (hypertension, diabetes, osteoarthrosis, osteoporosis and depression) and recurrent episodes of BPPV. Secondary objective was defining possible "groups of risk" for people suffering recurrent positional vertigo related to the presence of a well documented comorbidity. METHODS This was an observational, cross-sectional, multicenter, spontaneous, non-pharmacological study. The data of 1092 patients suffering BPPV evaluated in 11 different Departments of Otolaryngology, Otoneurology and Neurology, referring Centers for positional vertigo evaluation, were retrospectively collected. RESULTS Regarding evaluated comorbidities (hypertension, diabetes, osteoarthrosis, osteoporosis and depression), data analysis showed the presence of at least one comorbid disorder in 216 subjects (19.8%) and 2 or more in 408 subjects (37.4%). Moreover there was a statistical significant difference between the number of comorbidities and the number of recurrences, otherwise said as comorbidity disorders increased the number of relapses increased too. CONCLUSION The presence of a systemic disease may worsen the status of the posterior labyrinth causing a more frequent otolith detachment. This condition increases the risk for patients suffering BPPV to have recurrent episodes, even if correctly managed by repositioning maneuvers. The combination of two or more of aforementioned comorbidities further increases the risk of relapsing BPPV, worsened by the presence of osteoporosis. On the basis of this results it was possible to define "groups of risk" useful for predicting BPPV recurrence in patients with one or more comorbidity.
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Hjertstedt J, Barnes SL, Sjostedt JM. Investigating the impact of a community-based geriatric dentistry rotation on oral health literacy and oral hygiene of older adults. Gerodontology 2013; 31:296-307. [PMID: 23347095 DOI: 10.1111/ger.12038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/27/2012] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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OBJECTIVE This study investigated the impact of a community-based geriatric dentistry rotation on older adults' oral health literacy and oral hygiene. MATERIALS AND METHODS A pre-post study design was used to assess the impact of the educational intervention. The study sample consisted of 67 older adults, who resided in independent or assisted living apartments (age: M = 84, SD = 7.3). Over the course of the programme, participants received patient education pertaining to oral health and oral hygiene. Oral health literacy was assessed using the Rapid Estimation of Adult Literacy in Dentistry (REALD-30) test at baseline and on the final visit. Oral hygiene was measured on four visits using the O'Leary, Drake and Naylor Plaque Control Record (PI). RESULTS REALD-30 scores significantly increased, and PI scores significantly decreased for all subjects following participation in the programme (p < 0.001, and p < 0.01, respectively). Hierarchical multiple regression demonstrated that neither study subjects' individual characteristics nor their health literacy significantly predicted the change in oral hygiene. CONCLUSION This study demonstrated that a community-based geriatric dentistry rotation involving multiple interactions with dental students can in the short term significantly and positively impact older adults' oral health literacy and oral hygiene status.
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- Jadwiga Hjertstedt
- Department of Clinical Services, School of Dentistry, Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI, USA
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Effectiveness of supervised implementation of an oral health care guideline in care homes; a single-blinded cluster randomized controlled trial. Clin Oral Investig 2012; 17:1143-53. [DOI: 10.1007/s00784-012-0793-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2011] [Accepted: 07/09/2012] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Powell V, Din FM, Acharya A, Torres-Urquidy MH. Broader Considerations of Medical and Dental Data Integration. HEALTH INFORMATICS 2012. [PMCID: PMC7177026 DOI: 10.1007/978-1-4471-2185-5_4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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- Valerie Powell
- Robert Morris University, Moon Township,, Moon Township, 15108-1189 USA
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- Medical Informatics Center of Excellence, Camp Hill, 25403 USA
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- MCRF/BIRC, Marshfield, WI, USA, Marshfield, 54449 Wisconsin USA
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Philip P, Rogers C, Kruger E, Tennant M. Caries experience of institutionalized elderly and its association with dementia and functional status. Int J Dent Hyg 2011; 10:122-7. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1601-5037.2011.00525.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Krasteva A, Panov V, Krasteva A, Kisselova A, Krastev Z. Oral Cavity and Systemic Diseases— Diabetes Mellitus. BIOTECHNOL BIOTEC EQ 2011. [DOI: 10.5504/bbeq.2011.0022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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Campisi G, Chiappelli M, De Martinis M, Franco V, Ginaldi L, Guiglia R, Licastro F, Lio D. Pathophysiology of age-related diseases. IMMUNITY & AGEING 2009; 6:12. [PMID: 19737378 PMCID: PMC2746174 DOI: 10.1186/1742-4933-6-12] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2009] [Accepted: 09/08/2009] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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A Symposium regarding the Pathophysiology of Successful and Unsuccessful Ageing was held in Palermo, Italy on 7-8 April 2009. Three lectures from that Symposium by G. Campisi, L. Ginaldi and F. Licastro are here summarized. Ageing is a complex process which negatively impacts on the development of various bodily systems and its ability to function. A long life in a healthy, vigorous, youthful body has always been one of humanity's greatest dreams. Thus, a better understanding of the pathophysiology of age-related diseases is urgently required to improve our understanding of maintaining good health in the elderly and to program possible therapeutic intervention.
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SMITH MB, PARNELL W. Teeth for life? Aspects of oral health status influencing the nutrition of older adults. Nutr Diet 2008. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1747-0080.2008.00272.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Matthews D. Oral management of the diabetic patient. Int Dent J 2008. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1875-595x.2008.tb00204.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Paulsson G, Wårdh I, Andersson P, Ohrn K. Comparison of oral health assessments between nursing staff and patients on medical wards. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl) 2008; 17:49-55. [PMID: 18181891 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2354.2007.00802.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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The maintenance of good oral health is essential for nutrition, recovery and well-being. This requires the involvement of the nursing staff, especially in cases where oral care and any necessary dental treatment are vital to ensure medical treatment. The aim of this study was to evaluate the validity of oral assessments performed by nursing staff using the revised oral assessment guide (ROAG), using comparisons with patients' self-assessment of oral problems. When a comparison was made of how the staff and patients assessed their oral status, a high level of agreement was found. In these assessments, with the exception of oral mucosa and teeth, the percentage agreement was >80. The kappa coefficient revealed slight to moderate agreement. When there was a disagreement, the staff assessed the oral health as being significantly poorer than the patients did. In the present study, it was shown that few oral assessments performed by the nursing staff and patient disagreed. The ROAG may therefore be useful for the nursing staff to make the patients' oral health problems visible.
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- G Paulsson
- School of Social and Health Sciences, Halmstad University, Halmstad, Sweden.
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Yu DSF, Lee DTF, Hong AWL, Lau TY, Leung EMF. Impact of oral health status on oral health-related quality of life in Chinese hospitalised geriatric patients. Qual Life Res 2008; 17:397-405. [DOI: 10.1007/s11136-008-9314-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2007] [Accepted: 01/20/2008] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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Jajarm HH, Mohtasham N, Moshaverinia M, Rangiani A. Evaluation of oral mucosa epithelium in type II diabetic patients by an exfoliative cytology method. J Oral Sci 2008; 50:335-40. [PMID: 18818471 DOI: 10.2334/josnusd.50.335] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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- Hassan Hosseinpour Jajarm
- Department of Oral Diseases, Faculty of Dentistry and Dental Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Vilstrup L, Holm-Pedersen P, Mortensen EL, Avlund K. Dental status and dental caries in 85-year-old Danes. Gerodontology 2007; 24:3-13. [PMID: 17302925 DOI: 10.1111/j.1741-2358.2007.00141.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVES This study reports findings on the dental status and the prevalence of dental caries among a group of 85-year-old Danes from the Glostrup 1914 Cohort, Denmark. The purpose of the study was to analyse whether caries experience was related to number of teeth and to indicators of functional ability and cognitive function. METHODS A total of 191 individuals (78 men and 113 women) participated in a cross-sectional population study conducted in 2000. Using mobile dental equipment, a clinical oral examination and an interview were administered to all participants in their homes. Functional ability was measured by the Mob-H scale and cognitive function was assessed by the Mini-Mental State Examination. RESULTS Fifty-nine per cent of the participants had their own natural teeth and for the dentate participants, the mean number of teeth was 13 (range 1-27). A high prevalence of active caries on coronal and root surfaces was observed. Older adults with few natural teeth had a higher prevalence of active coronal and root caries and a higher unmet treatment need than older adults with many teeth. Further, the study showed that 85-year-old persons with reduced functional ability and cognitive impairment tended to have more active caries than 85-year-olds with no impairment. CONCLUSIONS A substantial proportion of 85-year-old individuals had retained a natural dentition; however, active dental caries is a problem of concern among the most elderly.
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- Lene Vilstrup
- Copenhagen Gerontological Oral Health Research Center, School of Dentistry, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen N, Denmark
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Many dental patients have obstructive pulmonary disease, such as chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and bronchial asthma. These diseases have different etiologies but may have overlapping signs and symptoms. Diagnosis and treatment are becoming more sophisticated so that morbidity and mortality are improving. Most dental patients with these morbidity and mortality are improving. Most dental patients with these disease can be treated safely with only minor adjustments to procedures. Cigarette smoking is a common risk factor that dental health care providers can address with a simple program called the five A's.
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- Wendy S Hupp
- Department of Oral Medicine, College of Dental Medicine, Nova Southeastern University, Health Professions Division, 3200 S. University Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33328-2018, USA.
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Brady M, Furlanetto D, Hunter RV, Lewis S, Milne V. Staff-led interventions for improving oral hygiene in patients following stroke. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2006:CD003864. [PMID: 17054189 DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd003864.pub2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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BACKGROUND For people with limitations due to neurological conditions such as stroke, the routine practice of oral care may become a challenge. Evidence-based supported oral care intervention is essential for this patient group. OBJECTIVES To compare the effectiveness of staff-led oral care interventions with standard care for ensuring oral hygiene for individuals after a stroke. SEARCH STRATEGY We searched the trials registers of the Cochrane Stroke Group and Oral Health Group (August 2005), the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL) (The Cochrane Library Issue 1, 2006), MEDLINE (1966 to February 2006), CINAHL (1982 to February 2006), Research Findings Electronic Register (February 2006), National Research Register (Issue 1, 2006), ISI Science and Technology Proceedings (August 2005), Dissertation Abstracts and Conference Papers Index (August 2005). We scanned reference lists from relevant papers and contacted authors and researchers in the field. SELECTION CRITERIA We identified randomised controlled trials that evaluated one or more interventions designed to improve oral hygiene. Trials based on a mixed population were included, provided it was possible to extract the data specific to the individuals post stroke. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS Two review authors independently classified identified trials according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria, assessed the trial quality and extracted data. Clarification was sought from study authors when required. MAIN RESULTS Eight eligible randomised controlled trials were identified but only one provided stroke-specific information. It compared an oral health care education training programme (OHCE) delivered to nursing home care assistants to delayed training intervention in the control group. Comparisons were made at one and six months after the intervention, using the primary outcome measures dental plaque and denture plaque, and three secondary outcomes. The data available for the 67 individuals with a stroke (obtained from the larger cluster randomised controlled trial) showed that denture plaque scores were significantly reduced up to six months (p < 0.00001) after the intervention. Staff knowledge (P = 0.0008) and attitudes (P = 0.0001) towards oral care also improved significantly. AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS Based on one study with a small number of stroke survivors, providing oral care training for carers in a nursing home setting improves their knowledge of and attitudes towards the provision of oral care. In turn, residents' dentures were cleaner, though other oral hygiene measures did not change. Further evidence relating to oral care interventions is severely lacking, in particular with reference to care in hospital for those following stroke.
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- Glasgow Caledonian University, Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professions Research Unit, Cowcaddens Road, Glasgow, UK.
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Hunter RV, Clarkson JE, Fraser HW, MacWalter RS. A preliminary investigation into tooth care, dental attendance and oral health related quality of life in adult stroke survivors in Tayside, Scotland. Gerodontology 2006; 23:140-8. [PMID: 16919094 DOI: 10.1111/j.1741-2358.2006.00125.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to investigate patterns of oral care, dental attendance and oral health-related quality of life among adults who had suffered a stroke. BACKGROUND Stroke is the most common cause of adult disability in the UK. Seventy per cent of strokes occur in adults over 65 years of age. A mild stroke may leave little residual disability but in cases of moderate or severe stroke the disability may be significant and may impact on oral health and function. MATERIALS AND METHODS A cross-sectional survey was conducted among adults surviving 1 year after stroke, between January and July 2001. A medical screening was carried out which included an assessment of disability and handicap using the modified Rankin scale. A structured interview was conducted to identify normal patterns of oral care and dental attendance and to elicit if since suffering a stroke any changes had occurred or were likely to occur. The Short Form Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-14) was administered prior to an oral examination. Analysis used SPSS 11.0 for Windows. Parametric and nonparametric tests were undertaken (t-tests and chi-squared tests with Yates correction where appropriate). RESULTS Forty-one adults were recruited into the study comprising 21 female and 20 male. They ranged in age from 50 to 87 years and the mean age was 69 years (SD = 9.8). Forty per cent of participants experienced moderate disability or greater following their stroke. Thirty-seven per cent had difficulty with tooth cleaning. The most frequently reported problem was being unable to use one hand properly as a result of the stroke. There was a significant association between the degree of disability following stroke and difficulty with tooth cleaning (P = 0.015). Disability as a result of the stroke was cited as the main reason for reported or projected attendance pattern change. The most frequently experienced OHIP-14 dimension was functional limitation (39%). CONCLUSION Individuals who have been left disabled after a stroke may require help with or advice on oral care and information on how to access dental services in a setting appropriate to their disability. Further research is needed to identify the dental needs of adults with stroke and to identify appropriate interventions to meet these needs.
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- Romana V Hunter
- Unit of Restorative Dental Care and Clinical Dental Services, The Dental School, University of Dundee, Dundee DD1 4HN, Scotland.
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