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Aging and oral motor function: evidence for altered performance among older persons
Journal of Dental Research
|January 1, 1983
Summary
Aging impacts oral motor functions, particularly lip posture and chewing muscles. Older males also show more tongue and swallowing issues.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Oral Motor Function
- Physiology
Background:
- Oral motor functions are crucial for eating and communication.
- Age-related changes in motor function are common but not fully understood.
- Community-dwelling populations represent a significant demographic for aging research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate oral motor functions in a diverse age range.
- To identify age- and sex-related differences in oral motor performance.
- To assess alterations in lip posture, masticatory muscles, tongue function, and swallowing.
Main Methods:
- A physical examination procedure was employed.
- The study included 257 community-dwelling participants.
- Participants ranged in age from 23 to 88 years.
Main Results:
- Increased prevalence of altered motor performance was observed with age.
- Lip posture and masticatory muscle function showed age-related changes.
- Males exhibited a higher prevalence of tongue function and swallowing alterations compared to females.
Conclusions:
- Aging is associated with declines in specific oral motor functions.
- Sex differences exist in the prevalence of age-related oral motor impairments.
- Further research can inform interventions for maintaining oral health in aging populations.
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