The oral health of seniors in Brazil: addressing the consequences of a historic lack of public health dentistry in an unequal society.

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine the oral health status, especially the level of oral microbial flora and oral malodour, of institutionalised elderly people compared with non-institutionalised elderly people. SETTING:Three institutions and numerous private homes. SUBJECTS:56 institutionalised and 56 non-institutionalised elde...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Honda E

更新日期：2001-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the past few years, life expectancy of the world's population has gradually increased and as a result the number of elderly patients seeking orthodontic treatment is becoming higher. The objective of this work is to report a clinical case of orthodontic treatment of an elderly patient in which a dental extraction w...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Pithon MM

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate the association between posterior occlusal support by residual teeth and the reduction in walking speed in 80-year-old Japanese adults using propensity score matching. BACKGROUND DATA DISCUSSING THE PRESENT STATUS OF THE FIELD:Previous studies have demonstrated an association between oral stat...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Hatta K,Ikebe K,Mihara Y,Gondo Y,Kamide K,Masui Y,Sugimoto K,Matsuda KI,Fukutake M,Kabayama M,Shintani A,Ishizaki T,Arai Y,Rakugi H,Maeda Y

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:Though increased emphasis is being given to expanding dental care facilities and awareness in Indian villages, the target population is unfortunately less literate and financially-equipped compared to their urban counterparts. This study attempted to evaluate dental myths, oral hygiene methods...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Singh SV,Tripathi A,Akbar Z,Chandra S,Tripathi A

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To propose a possible link between dental extraction and intra-ocular complications. BACKGROUND:Several publications in medical literature describe intra-ocular complications after different dental procedures. RESULTS:Retinal detachment and vitreous hemorrhage following dental extraction with an appropriate...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Kiderman A,Tair JA

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study aims to analyse the relationship between seven health practices, oral health behaviors, and oral health status in community dwelling elderly Thai. MATERIALS AND METHODS:The subjects were 612 elderly people (mean age = 68.8 ± 5.9 years). Questionnaires survey about sociodemographics, self-reported ...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Samnieng P,Ueno M,Zaitsu T,Shinada K,Wright FA,Kawaguchi Y

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The purpose of this study was to provide an oral function promotion programme for the independent elderly and evaluate the changes in oral health status and oral function. BACKGROUND:Few studies have scientifically analysed and evaluated the effectiveness of oral function promotion programmes provided for t...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Hakuta C,Mori C,Ueno M,Shinada K,Kawaguchi Y

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Treatment of edentulous patients is one of the most demanding tasks the dentist can meet in his everyday practice. Implant based methods help to improve functioning of dentures and life quality of so treated patients. OBJECTIVES:The aim of the study was to evaluate the chewing efficiency of patients treated...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Okoński P,Mierzwińska-Nastalska E,Janicka-Kostrzewa J

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Osteocytes are engaged in life-enduring processes such as bone remodelling, fracture healing or osseointegration of implants. Over age, ossification processes and regenerative capacity can greatly differ in mandible and femur. OBJECTIVE:Mesenchymal stem cells from cranial and postcranial bones are of differ...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Stigler RG,Becker K,Kloss FR,Gassner R,Lepperdinger G

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Culture has significant impacts upon professional practice and patient health behaviours, especially in multicultural societies. This paper introduces the concept of culture and examines how it may be of importance to dental health professionals. Using the Dental Impact Profile and other dental social science measures...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Strauss RP

更新日期：1996-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Stabilisation of partial dentures is an important part of prosthodontic treatment, particularly in patients with an excessive reduction in alveolar bone supporting their abutment teeth. In these cases, overdenture prostheses are one possible treatment choice. BACKGROUND:The aim of this study was to evaluate ...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Brkovic-Popovic S,Stanisic-Sinobad D,Postic SD,Djukanovic D

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Wear of attachments leads to a loss of retention and potentially reduces the function of complete dentures. This study evaluated the retention force changes of different prefabricated attachment systems for implant-supported overdentures to estimate the wear constancy and applicability in clinical practice. ...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Bayer S,Steinheuser D,Grüner M,Keilig L,Enkling N,Stark H,Mues S

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The objective of this study was to explore how social interactions and body image are influenced by perceived oral health among older people who live in long-term care facilities. BACKGROUND:Social interactions among frail elders in long-term care (LTC) facilities are limited, but to what extent body image a...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Donnelly LR,Clarke LH,Phinney A,MacEntee MI

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate whether masticatory efficiency is associated with dynamic postural balance. BACKGROUND:Masticatory dysfunction can cause deterioration of general health due to nutritional imbalances, thereby negatively affecting postural balance. However, few studies have investigated the association between mas...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Hwang HY,Choi JS,Kim HE

更新日期：2018-05-28 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Haemodialysis is the most popular procedure of treating end-stage renal disease. But patients on haemodialysis report various symptoms including xerostomia that add to the physical as well as the psychological stress. Xerostomia is also considered to be one of the factors for interdialytic weight gain. This sys...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： M NK,K N RS,H M T,Kamath G,D D

更新日期：2021-01-11 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the validity of patient self-reported oral health measures as used in a large multi-country survey for populations aged 50+. BACKGROUND:Information on people's oral health status is important for assessing oral health needs within populations. However, clinical examination is not always possible. P...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Sekundo C,Stock C,Jürges H,Listl S

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to qualitatively explore caregivers' perceptions of oral health care and factors influencing their work in a public long-term care institution for the elderly in Goiania, Brazil. METHOD:Data were collected from a sample of 10 caregivers using personal in-depth interviews and observa...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Reis SC,Marcelo VC,da Silva ET,Leles CR

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：MATERIAL AND METHODS:Fifty nine elders wearing complete dentures and living in retirement homes in Curitiba (southern Brazil), were divided into two groups: group #1, 26 patients with denture-induced stomatitis and group #2, 33 patients without denture-induced stomatitis. The two groups were evaluated in relation to th...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Thiele MC,Carvalho Ade P,Gursky LC,Rosa RT,Samaranayake LP,Rosa EA

更新日期：2008-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:A cross-sectional study was conducted involving older adults from social clubs within a regional local government area in the state of Victoria, Australia, to identify factors associated with knowledge, and attitudes about oral health, as well as perceived self-efficacy. METHODS:Participants underwent an ora...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Mariño R,Hopcraft M,Ghanim A,Tham R,Khew CW,Stevenson C

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Dental professionals will have to deal with more implant failure and related complications due to the increase in popularity of this form of therapy. OBJECTIVES:There have been only a few reports on replacing failed implants at the same sites. This report may provide more detailed information about the re-i...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Park JB

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The effect of age on the masseteric jaw-jerk reflex was investigated in 22 young (11 males and 11 females with mean age 23.2 years) and 22 older dentate subjects (11 males and 11 females with mean age 61.3 years). Electromyographic (EMG) recordings were obtained, after chin taps, from the relaxed masseter muscle of th...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Kossioni AE,Karkazis HC

更新日期：1994-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the effect of bone mineral density (BMD) on masticatory performance and efficiency in dentate subjects. BACKGROUND DATA:Osteoporosis is the most common disorder of the bone. It causes reduction in BMD of the all the skeletal tissue including jaw bones. It also promotes bone loss in jaw bones. In ...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Tamut T,Pooran C,Pratap SB,Arvind T,Jitendra R,Dayal SR

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Clinically non-carious cervical lesions (NCCLs) are frequently seen. The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between the shape and symmetry of NCCLs, wear of cuSPS and triangular ridge, and the curvature of the tooth root. METHODS:One hundred and twenty-nine extracted human upper canine te...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Maseki T,Tanaka H

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Burns of the oral mucosa may be caused by thermal, mechanical, chemical, electrical or radiation injury. Clinically, these burns can produce localised or diffuse areas of tissue damage depending on the severity and extent of the insult. Most oral thermal burns produce erosions or ulcers on the palate or tong...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Kannan S,Chandrasekaran B,Muthusamy S,Sidhu P,Suresh N

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study evaluated the compressive strength of first maxillary premolars from young and elderly people. BACKGROUND:Findings have revealed that changes happening on dental structure lead to a higher susceptibility of tooth fracture. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Thirty teeth were divided into four groups as follow...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： de Noronha F,Scelza MF,da Silva LE,de Carvalho WR

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The objective of this study is to evaluate the usefulness of a denture adhesive in edentulous patients after maxillectomy. BACKGROUND:Maxillectomy patients suffer from functional impairments. Denture adhesives (DAs) are the solution in such patients. However, little is known about DAs in maxillectomy patient...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Sumita YI,Otomaru T,Taniguchi H

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Osteoporosis and periodontitis are both chronic diseases characterised by bone loss. Potential association is of great clinical importance because of multifactorial aetiology and common risk factors. The aim of this study was to determine relationship between bone mineral density (BMD), tooth loss and periodontal s...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Savić Pavičin I,Dumančić J,Jukić T,Badel T

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:Chronic atrophic candidiasis is prevalent in up to 72% of institutionalized geriatric populations and is causally associated with Candida albicans. Topical antifungal treatments are difficult to implement in some geriatric patients due to cognitive impairment, reduced motor dexterity and memory loss. OBJECT...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Chow CK,Matear DW,Lawrence HP

更新日期：1999-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To compare bone volume, bone mineral density, cortical thickness and bone micro-architecture in a series of paired mandibular and iliac bone samples analysed by various imagery techniques to see whether relationships exist between the various techniques and between mandibular and iliac bone. MATERIALS AND M...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Bodic F,Amouriq Y,Gayet-Delacroix M,Maugars Y,Hamel L,Baslé MF,Chappard D

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To report a case of canalicular adenoma (CA) and discuss the use of immunohistochemistry to better address the diagnosis given some unusual characteristics in this patient. BACKGROUND:CA is an uncommon benign neoplasm that can develop in minor salivary gland duct tissues throughout the oral cavity. At histo...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Sivolella S,Valente M,De Biagi M,Mazzoleni S,Stellini E

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00