Perceived xerostomia, stress and periodontal status impact on elderly oral health-related quality of life: findings from a cross-sectional survey.

João Botelho Vanessa Machado Luís Proença Maria João Oliveira Maria Alzira CavacasLuís AmaroArtur P Águas José João Baltazar Mendes

Published in: BMC oral health (2020)

Self-perceived xerostomia and stress are significant variables towards OHRQoL in elderly patients. Future studies should consider these self-perceived xerostomia and stress when investigating the impact of periodontitis and missing teeth on quality of life of older adults.

Keyphrases

physical activity
social support
depressive symptoms
mental health
stress induced
current status
case control