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Oral Health Assessment by Lay Personnel for Older Adults
Published on: February 2, 2020
Postural stability and occlusal status among Japanese elderly
Xuan Song-Yu1, Omar M M Rodis, Sagiri Ogata
1Department of Behavioral Pediatric Dentistry, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shikata-cho, Okayama City, Japan.
Gerodontology
|November 22, 2011
Summary
Elderly individuals with poor oral health and fewer teeth experience reduced postural stability. Maintaining good oral hygiene and sufficient teeth is crucial for balance in older adults.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Dental Science
- Biomechanics
Background:
- Limited research exists on the link between postural stability and oral health in the elderly.
- Understanding this relationship is vital for promoting healthy aging.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between postural stability and occlusal status in elderly Japanese individuals.
- To identify factors within occlusal status that may impact balance in older adults.
Main Methods:
- A cohort study involving 87 community-dwelling elderly Japanese.
- Data collection included oral examinations, occlusal status assessment, postural stability measurements, and questionnaires.
Main Results:
- A positive correlation was found between postural stability and the number of remaining teeth.
- Reduced postural stability was observed in individuals with fewer teeth and weaker occlusal force.
- Higher occlusal pressure was noted in females compared to males.
Conclusions:
- A significant relationship exists between occlusal status and postural stability in elderly Japanese.
- Occlusal hypofunction and problems are linked to decreased postural stability.
- Maintaining adequate occlusal function is important for balance and fall prevention in older adults.
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