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：BACKGROUND:In Australia and globally, there is an increasing problem of unmet oral health needs of older people above 65 residing in aged care facilities. Various workforce models have been trialled to implement oral health care programmes in aged care facilities, but the evidence behind these programmes and their unde...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Chen R,Irving M,Clive Wright FA,Cunich M

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To describe the development process of an instrument to assess the ability to manage daily oral hygiene and the cause of impaired oral hygiene. The instrument is initially aimed for use by the dental team in the ageing population. BACKGROUND:Oral hygiene is an important component of oral health. Inability t...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Grönbeck Lindén I,Andersson P,Dahlin-Ivanoff S,Gahnberg L,Hägglin C

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The role in dementia of systemic inflammation derived from periodontal disease is not fully elucidated. The objective of our study was to examine the impact of inflammation on the relationship between periodontitis and cognitive impairment. METHODS:We have designed a case (n = 171) and control (n = 131) stu...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Gil Montoya JA,Barrios R,Sanchez-Lara I,Ramos P,Carnero C,Fornieles F,Montes J,Santana S,Luna JD,Gonzalez-Moles MA

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:This study aimed to compare two methods for final impression during the fabrication of complete dentures: a traditional method using custom trays (T-group) and a simplified method using the trial denture baseplate (S-group). METHODS:A pragmatic clinical trial was conducted among edentulous individuals referred...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： de Resende GP,Nogueira TE,Leles CR

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine the effectiveness of tailored xerostomia and nutritional 6-month interventions on xerostomia among home care clients aged 75 years or over who were malnourished or at risk of malnutrition. BACKGROUND:A subjective feeling of dry mouth (xerostomia) is common among older adults and affects their qual...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Nihtilä A,Tuuliainen E,Komulainen K,Nykänen I,Hartikainen S,Tiihonen M,Suominen AL

更新日期：2019-09-01 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：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：OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study was to clarify by histopathological examination the origin of oral membranous substances deposited on the palate, tongue, buccal mucosa and teeth. BACKGROUND:Several investigators have reported membranous substances deposited in the mouths of bedridden elderly persons requiring nursing...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Shen FC,Ogasawara T,Shinotsuka K,Miyahara K,Isono K,Mochiduki N,Matsumura K,Shimada K,Ochiai T,Kakinoki Y,Hasegawa H

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To describe the oral health and oral prosthetic status of long-term care residents in four Canadian provinces. BACKGROUND:Oral health can have significant impact on the health and quality of life of older adults. Seniors in long-term care are highly dependent on care staff for basic activities of daily livin...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Yoon MN,Ickert C,Slaughter SE,Lengyel C,Carrier N,Keller H

更新日期：2018-12-01 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：OBJECTIVES:To examine the current knowledge on oral health status and dental care of older persons through a systematic mapping of systematic reviews of low or moderate risk of bias. BACKGROUND:Geriatric dentistry covers all aspects of oral health and oral care of older persons. Oral health is part of general health a...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Ástvaldsdóttir Á,Boström AM,Davidson T,Gabre P,Gahnberg L,Sandborgh Englund G,Skott P,Ståhlnacke K,Tranaeus S,Wilhelmsson H,Wårdh I,Östlund P,Nilsson M

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This article describes an atypical herpes zoster (HZ) infection heralded by prodromic dental pain. BACKGROUND:Trigeminal HZ is associated with any of the three divisions of the trigeminal nerve, and Ramsay Hunt syndrome is a rare variant of HZ infection of the ear, often accompanied with unilateral facial ne...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Brooks JK,Rostami AM,McCorkle DC,Benesh SI

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:An abscess of the tongue base is rare, but it can be a potentially life-threatening situation in elderly patients. CASE REPORT:A 72-year-old male patient presented with mid-anterior neck swelling, odynophagia, poor oral hygiene and severe dyspnoea. After a difficult intubation, the muscles were dissected via...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Binar M,Arslan F,Aydin U

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the association of salivary flow rate with all-cause mortality among older Japanese adults. We hypothesised that hyposalivation would be a marker for mortality. BACKGROUND:Hyposalivation, which is an objectively measurable decrease in salivary flow, is highly prevalent among older adults. It is a...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Iwasaki M,Borgnakke WS,Yoshihara A,Ito K,Ogawa H,Nohno K,Sato M,Minagawa K,Ansai T,Miyazaki H

更新日期：2018-06-01 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:To verify whether 0.1% and 0.2% sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl), and 8% Ricinus communis (RC) were able to remove denture biofilm without causing deleterious effects to acrylic resin. BACKGROUND:Previous data show that denture cleansers are effective in reducing biofilm; however, they can change acrylic resin prop...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Arruda CNF,Salles MM,Badaró MM,Sorgini DB,Oliveira VC,Macedo AP,Silva-Lovato CH,Paranhos HFO

更新日期：2018-05-23 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:It is essential that especially elderly patients are correctly positioned in dental chairs, based on medical history and careful observation. METHOD:We report a case where reclination of the patient's head resulted in weakness of the limbs. RESULTS:Subsequent investigation determined traumatic contusion of...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Barbe AG,Noack MJ,Barbe MT,Nitschke I

更新日期：2018-03-01 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：OBJECTIVE:To describe an oral health care programme for older people in Residential Aged Care Facilities (RACFs) to improve access to care and support facilities. INTRODUCTION:Different models of residential care have been proposed, but few have been comprehensive (providing on-site health promotion and service delive...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Wright FAC,Law G,Chu SK,Cullen JS,Le Couteur DG

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine: the knowledge of the participants about removable dentures, importance of tooth replacement; prevalence of tooth loss and denture use; and factors associated with its non-use among an elderly population in Nigeria. BACKGROUND:Tooth loss without replacement can impact negatively on the quality ...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Ibiyemi O,Lawal FB

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To develop and evaluate, with a dentist as gold standard, an oral health screening tool, the Oral Health Screening Tool for Nursing Personnel (OHSTNP), that assists long-term care facility nursing staff without preliminary training in identifying resident need for dentist referral. METHODS:Using an OHSTNP ad...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Tsukada S,Ito K,Stegaroiu R,Shibata S,Ohuchi A

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study was to make an initial estimation on the effects of a sodium bicarbonate and xylitol spray (Cariex® ), associated with non-surgical periodontal therapy, in participants with primary Sjögren's syndrome. BACKGROUND:Sjögren's syndrome (SS) is a multisystem autoimmune disease that predomin...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Gambino A,Broccoletti R,Cafaro A,Cabras M,Carcieri P,Arduino PG

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Ease of denture cleaning is of paramount importance in geriatric patients and those with limited dexterity. We have previously investigated methods of coating dentures with titanium dioxide (TiO2 ) and reported the effects (self-cleaning and antibacterial) of such treatments in in vitro studies. This study w...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Tsuji M,Ueda T,Sawaki K,Kawaguchi M,Sakurai K

更新日期：2016-12-01 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：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:The aim of this systematic review was to compare cumulative failure rates of different restorative materials in carious class V lesions on the root surfaces of adult patients. BACKGROUND:The prevalence of root caries is set to increase in the coming years as a result of ageing of the population and a concomi...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Hayes M,Brady P,Burke FM,Allen PF

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To present a case of gingival overgrowth during visiting care. BACKGROUND:Ca-channel blocker-induced gingival overgrowth is a well-known adverse event. However, only limited information on the treatment of calcium-channel blocker-induced gingival overgrowth during visiting care has been reported. CLINICAL ...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Kato T,Takiuchi H,Yamaguchi M,Naito T

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim was to examine the association between drug treatment and unstimulated and stimulated whole saliva in four 70-year-old Swedish cohorts, between 1971 and 2001. BACKGROUND:Both diseases and their medication can affect the salivary secretion rate. MATERIALS AND METHODS:The study was based on selected s...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Johanson CN,Österberg T,Lernfelt B,Ekström J,Birkhed D

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:National epidemiological data on the oral health of elders was analysed to examine relationships between the need for oral treatment and external environment, the dental care delivery system, personal characteristics and subjective conditions of oral health. BACKGROUND:Brazil's universal public healthcare sy...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Fonesca FA,Jones KM,Mendes DC,dos Santos Neto PE,Ferreira RC,Pordeus IA,Martins AM

更新日期：2015-03-01 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

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical efficacy of a topical sialogogue spray containing 1% malic acid for elderly people affected by xerostomia. MATERIAL AND METHODS:This research took the form of a double-blind, randomized clinical trial. Forty-one individuals (mean age: 78.7 years) with xerost...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Gómez-Moreno G,Cabrera-Ayala M,Aguilar-Salvatierra A,Guardia J,Ramírez-Fernández MP,González-Jaranay M,Calvo-Guirado JL

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Ageing anxiety as a specific subtype of anxiety disorder has been considered as a moderating factor on healthcare providers' professional task dealing with the elders. METHODS:A Persian translation of Ageing Anxiety Scale (AAS) (Int J Aging Hum Dev, 37, 1993, 247) was administered to the university students ...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Poorsattar Bejeh Mir A,Poorsattar Bejeh Mir M

更新日期：2014-12-01 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 paper sets out to discuss the concept of care pathways, review their definition, features and implementation and using an example from the NHS dental system in England guide the development of an elder care pathway. BACKGROUND:Care pathways have developed from quality management approaches in industry a...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Rooney E

更新日期：2014-02-01 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:To suggest a model for organizing and financing dental services for elderly people so that they have good access to services. BACKGROUND:There are few studies on how dental services for elderly people should be organized and financed. This is surprising if we take into consideration the fact that the propor...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Grytten J,Holst D

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess whether oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) is associated with nutritional status in the institutionalised elderly population of Mysore. BACKGROUND:Malnutrition in the elderly has an evident impact on their general health and quality of life. Analysis of data of the Geriatric Oral Health A...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： Kshetrimayum N,Reddy CV,Siddhana S,Manjunath M,Rudraswamy S,Sulavai S

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Compare the efficacy of amine fluoride toothpaste and gel with chlorhexidine spray in an institutionalised population. BACKGROUND:People who live in nursing homes have poorer oral hygiene because of their dependency for the basic activities of daily living as they rely on caregivers. METHODS:Twenty-six peop...

journal_title：Gerodontology

authors： López RM,Uribe MR,Rodríguez BO,Casasempere IV

更新日期：2013-06-01 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