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Periodontal effects of a biobehavioral prevention program

R E Persson1, G R Persson, L V Powell

  • 1Department of Oral Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle 98195, USA.

Journal of Clinical Periodontology
|May 30, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Preventive dental care programs significantly reduced tooth loss in older adults. Comprehensive strategies, including professional cleanings, showed the most benefit for oral health maintenance in seniors.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Preventive Dentistry
  • Periodontology

Background:

  • Older adults often utilize dental services sporadically, primarily for emergency care.
  • Many seniors are at risk for periodontal disease progression, impacting oral health.
  • Previous preventive strategies for this demographic have shown limited long-term success.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of various preventive oral health regimens in older adults.
  • To compare the impact of behavioral training, chlorhexidine rinses, fluoride varnish, and professional prophylaxis on periodontal health.
  • To identify predictors of periodontal disease progression in the elderly population.

Main Methods:

  • 297 adults aged 60-90 were randomized into a control group or one of four intervention groups over 3 years.

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  • Interventions included behavioral training, weekly chlorhexidine rinses, semi-annual fluoride varnish, and semi-annual prophylaxis.
  • Clinical parameters like probing depth, gingival bleeding, and clinical attachment levels were assessed annually.

    • Main Results:

    • Semi-annual prophylaxis (group 5) showed significant improvement in clinical attachment levels compared to the control group.
    • Tooth loss risk was reduced by 44% in the prophylaxis group and combined interventions (groups 3, 4, 5) significantly lowered tooth mortality.
    • Self-efficacy emerged as the strongest predictor of periodontal disease progression.

    Conclusions:

    • Preventive oral health care programs provide significant benefits for older adults.
    • Regular professional prophylaxis and combined preventive strategies are effective in reducing periodontal disease progression and tooth loss.
    • Enhancing self-efficacy may play a crucial role in improving oral health outcomes in the elderly.