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Oral Health Status in Moroccan Hemodialysis Patients
Soukaina Rouijel1, Sabrine Tament2, Fatima Ezzahra Zidane1
1International University of Rabat (UIR), Faculty of Dental Medicine, Health Sciences Research Center (Cress), Rabat, Morocco.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dentistry
|October 7, 2025
Summary
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients on hemodialysis in Morocco experience poor oral health. This highlights a significant need for integrated dental care within their treatment plans.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Oral Health
- Public Health
Background:
- End-stage chronic kidney disease (CKD) and hemodialysis present a significant public health challenge, particularly in Morocco.
- Patients undergoing renal dialysis often face complex health issues that may impact oral well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effects of chronic renal failure on the oral health of patients undergoing hemodialysis.
- To assess the correlation between oral health status and the duration of dialysis treatment.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 46 adult hemodialysis patients.
- Oral health assessment included the Decayed, Missing, and Filled Teeth (DMFT) index and salivary pH.
- Patient demographics, dialysis frequency, and oral hygiene practices were recorded.
Main Results:
- The average DMFT index was 15.41 ± 6.04, indicating a high prevalence of dental caries, missing, and filled teeth.
- Xerostomia (dry mouth) was reported in 84.8% of the patients.
- Oral health status among dialysis patients was found to be unfavorable, necessitating dental interventions.
Conclusions:
- Patients with CKD undergoing hemodialysis require increased awareness of oral health issues and their systemic implications.
- A multidisciplinary approach involving various medical specialties is recommended for comprehensive patient care.
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