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Oral Health Status and Need for Oral Care in an Aging Population: A Systematic Review.

Lauritano DorinaGiulia MoreoFedora Della VellaDario Di StasioFrancesco CarinciAlberta LuccheseMassimo Petruzzi
Published in: International journal of environmental research and public health (2019)
Poor oral health is a common condition among the elderly with dementia. The education process of caregivers might improve the oral health status of people with dementia. Finally, periodontal disease might contribute to the onset or progression of dementia.
Keyphrases
  • oral health
  • mild cognitive impairment
  • healthcare
  • palliative care
  • cognitive impairment
  • quality improvement
  • pain management
  • chronic pain
  • community dwelling