abstract：INTRODUCTION:Despite the exponential growth of the elderly population worldwide, geriatric education has been a formal component of only a few dental schools' curricula. OBJECTIVE:To describe the geriatric community service learning (CSL) component of the professionalism and community service (PACS) module, and to exp...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Brondani MA,Chen A,Chiu A,Gooch S,Ko K,Lee K,Maskan A,Steed B

更新日期：2012-06-01 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: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:To compare masticatory performance, masticatory efficiency and residual ridge resorption (RRR) in osteoporotic and non-osteoporotic edentulous subjects after rehabilitation with complete dentures. METHOD:Thirty subjects fulfilling the inclusion criteria were enrolled from the patients visiting the Department of Pr...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Singhal S,Chand P,Singh BP,Singh SV,Rao J,Shankar R,Kumar S

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study was aimed to identify the knowledge and attitudes of dentists regarding ageing and the elderly. BACKGROUND:As the population ages, there is a greater demand for differentiated care from health professionals. However, the treatment needs of the elderly population are not sufficiently addressed, par...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Moreira AN,Rocha ES,Popoff DA,Vilaça EL,Castilho LS,de Magalhães CS

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Periodontitis and cognitive impairment or dementia is relatively common among older adults. Few cross-sectional studies and some longitudinal studies have attempted to link oral health with dementia diagnosis or disease pathology but none has investigated the role of inflammation as a potential mediator. OB...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Rai B,Kaur J,Anand SC

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the influence of chemical disinfection and storage duration on the flexural strength of acrylic resins commonly used to make ocular prostheses. METHODS:A total of 260 samples were manufactured with N1 resin and colourless resin. Both resins were thermopolymerised using a microwave oven. Samples w...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Goiato MC,dos Santos DM,Moreno A,Iyda MG,Rezende MC,Haddad MF

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of the study was to evaluate the effect of long-term disinfection procedures on the Vickers hardness (VHN) of acrylic resin denture teeth. MATERIAL AND METHODS:Five acrylic resin denture teeth (Vipi Dent Plus-V, Trilux-T, Biolux-B, Postaris-P and Artiplus-A) and one composite resin denture teeth (SR-...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Campanha NH,Pavarina AC,Jorge JH,Vergani CE,Machado AL,Giampaolo ET

更新日期：2012-06-01 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：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：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：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：BACKGROUND:This study explored how elderly Chinese immigrants value and relate to how acculturation influences oral health and subsequent service use. METHODS:Elders who had immigrated to Melbourne and Vancouver within the previous 15 years were recruited from local community centres and assigned to focus groups of 5-...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： MacEntee MI,Mariño R,Wong S,Kiyak A,Minichiello V,Chi I,Lo EC,Huancai L

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To analyse the validity of the Brazilian versions of OHIP-EDENT and GOHAI as assessment tools of edentulous subjects' OHRQoL. BACKGROUND:Inventories for measuring oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) are important in clinical studies regarding oral rehabilitation. However, there is a need for compre...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： de Souza RF,Terada AS,Vecchia MP,Regis RR,Zanini AP,Compagnoni MA

更新日期：2012-06-01 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：OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to present the importance of clinical procedures related to insertion and follow-up of complete dentures in elderly patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS:The success of rehabilitation with complete dentures results from the accuracy of clinical and laboratorial procedures that makes the ...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Goiato MC,Filho HG,Dos Santos DM,Barão VA,Júnior AC

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to evaluate the overnight wearing and cleaning habits of complete denture wearers. BACKGROUND:Successful complete denture treatment can be achieved when the patients are motivated and aware of appropriate denture wear and hygiene. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A sample of 224 complete dent...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Takamiya AS,Monteiro DR,Barão VA,Pero AC,Compagnoni MA,Barbosa DB

更新日期：2011-06-01 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：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：BACKGROUND:Comprehensive data on the oral health status and dental treatment needs of the elderly population in Turkey are deficient. OBJECTIVES:This pilot study determined the general and dental health status, perceived medical and dental treatment needs of an elderly population dwelling in residential homes in Istan...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Ozkan Y,Ozcan M,Kulak Y,Kazazoglu E,Arikan A

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Geriatric Oral Health Assessment Index (GOHAI) is a 12-item measure of "patient-reported oral functional problems" intended for use in the assessment of the effectiveness of dental treatment. DESIGN AND SETTING:As there is scanty literature available on GOHAI in the Indian population, the present study was u...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Shigli K,Hebbal M

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of the domestic use of a disclosing agent for denture hygiene. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Completely edentulous participants wearing maxillary dentures were randomly assigned to one of the three intervention groups: (1) Follow-up only (control; n = 12); (2)...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Souza RF,Regis RR,Nascimento C,Paranhos HF,Silva CH

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To produce evidence on an association between the number of teeth and selected cardiovascular risk factors among an elderly population. MATERIALS AND METHODS:The study population comprised of 523 community-living elderly people who participated in the population-based Kuopio 75+ study. The data for each subj...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Syrjälä AM,Ylöstalo P,Hartikainen S,Sulkava R,Knuuttila M

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:It has been stated that mandibular overdentures are more satisfactory than conventional dentures, but problems relating to the use of retrospective ratings, lack of control group and sequential provision of treatment may compromise the findings. OBJECTIVE:To establish a comparison between treatment with con...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Assunção WG,Barão VA,Delben JA,Gomes EA,Tabata LF

更新日期：2010-06-01 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：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：BACKGROUND:The fracture between acrylic denture base material and artificial teeth is a common clinical occurrence in dental prosthodontic practice. OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the bond strength between acrylic resins and resin denture teeth when submitted by two protocols of monomer liquid application on the tooth surface ...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Barbosa DB,Monteiro DR,Barão VA,Pero AC,Compagnoni MA

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The purpose of this study was to identify factors influencing the motivation for regular dental check-ups and anxiety about future dental problems in the elderly. BACKGROUND:Regular dental check-ups are important to maintain oral health. Anxiety affects the quality of life of the elderly. However, few studi...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Takehara S,Shimoyama K

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate how dental implants impact on the oral health quality of life of people with Parkinson's disease (PD). BACKGROUND:PD is a progressive neurological disorder that can result in a number of oral health care challenges, including denture difficulties. Lack of evidence related to use of implants in...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Packer M,Nikitin V,Coward T,Davis DM,Fiske J

更新日期：2009-03-01 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: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:(i) Initially, to devise and examine the validity of a system for determining lesion activity on root surfaces, and (ii) compare the effectiveness of two preventive programmes in controlling root caries in elderly people using the devised system. MATERIALS AND METHODS:(i) Four clinical variables: texture, c...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Ekstrand K,Martignon S,Holm-Pedersen P

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To evaluate and compare lactobacilli species (LB) and mutans streptococci (MS) caries risk identification by means of a Caries Risk Test Bacteria (CRT Bacteria test), with a conventional laboratory test (CLT), as well as their correlation with the dental caries experience [(decayed-missing-filled teeth (DMFT...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Sánchez-García S,Gutiérrez-Venegas G,Juárez-Cedillo T,Reyes-Morales H,Solórzano-Santos F,García-Peña C

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To compare partial and total tooth loss in dependent institutionalised elderly patients and identify any associated factors. BACKGROUND:A poor oral health status, together with a reduction of autonomy can seriously affect the general health and increase the risk of death in elderly people. Those with total t...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Tramini P,Montal S,Valcarcel J

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the heart rate, blood pressure, blood glucose and other important indicators of the general health of an elderly population of São José dos Campos, Brazil. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A cross-sectional study was conducted among 150 institutionalised and 150 community-dwelling individuals aged 60 years ...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： de Deco CP,do Santos JF,da Cunha Vde P,Marchini L

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Lost dentures can be a frustrating scenario for both patients and clinicians. This study aimed to find out where dentures were being lost and the level of assistance patients received with denture care. RESULTS:The results showed most dentures were lost in the hospital environment, and in many cases patients...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Michaeli L,Davis DM,Foxton R

更新日期：2007-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to re-evaluate data about oral status, mastication and nutrition in elderly men in Malmö, Sweden, recorded in 1985-1987, to assess associations between inadequate dietary habits, oral conditions and masticatory function. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Four hundred and eighty-one men, aged 67...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Liedberg B,Stoltze K,Norlén P,Owall B

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this cross-sectional study was to assess the level of oral hygiene in elderly people living in long-term care institutions and to investigate the relationship between institutional and individual characteristics, and the observed oral cleanliness. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Clinical outcome variables, ...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： De Visschere LM,Grooten L,Theuniers G,Vanobbergen JN

更新日期：2006-12-01 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：AIMS:To assess the oral health impact profile (OHIP) on edentulous subjects who needed to have their dentures replaced either by a copy technique or a conventional technique, and to determine whether any change in the subjects' assessment of their original and replacement dentures impacted on oral health related qualit...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Scott BJ,Forgie AH,Davis DM

更新日期：2006-06-01 00:00:00