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Denture stomatitis in nursing home patients
Swedish Dental Journal
|January 1, 1984
Summary
This study found a significant link between oral stomatitis and the presence of Candida albicans and Staph. aureus in nursing home residents. These microorganisms were detected on both oral mucosa and dentures.
Area of Science:
- Geriatric Medicine
- Oral Health
- Microbiology
Background:
- Stomatitis is a common oral condition affecting nursing home residents.
- The role of specific microorganisms in denture-associated stomatitis requires further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the microbiological profile of oral mucosa and dentures in nursing home residents.
- To determine correlations between stomatitis and the presence of specific microorganisms.
Main Methods:
- Microbiological samples were collected from oral mucosa and dentures of 352 nursing home residents.
- Samples were analyzed for Candida albicans, Yeast, Staph. aureus, B-hemolytic streptococci, and Klebsiella/Enterobacter.
Main Results:
- A significant correlation (P < 0.01) was observed between stomatitis and Candida albicans and Staph. aureus in oral mucosa samples.
- A weaker correlation was found between stomatitis and Klebsiella/Enterobacter (0.01 < P < 0.05) in oral mucosa.
- A weaker correlation (0.1 < P < 0.05) existed between stomatitis, Candida albicans, and Staph. aureus in denture samples.
Conclusions:
- Candida albicans and Staph. aureus are significantly associated with stomatitis in nursing home residents.
- Microbial findings suggest a potential role for these pathogens in the development of oral stomatitis, particularly in denture wearers.