Abstract Objective We examined the association between tooth loss, periodontal diseases, and frailty among older American adults. Designs, Settings, and Participants Data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys (NHANES) 2011–2014 was used. We included 2368 community-dwelling adults aged 60 years and older. Frailty was … [Read more...]
Association Between Oral Health and Frailty Among American Older Adults
Evaluation of orofacial pain and psychological comorbidities in health sciences university students
Abstract Introduction: Orofacial pain (OP) is a common public health problem among the general population however, its distribution among the young population like students has not been evaluated so far. The objectives of this study were to investigate the self-reported prevalence, and characteristics of OP, and to evaluate its … [Read more...]
Poor oral health and mortality in geriatric patients admitted to an acute hospital: an observational study
Abstract Background Poor oral health at hospital admission is a potential higher mortality risk predictor. We aimed to determine in-hospital mortality by assessing poor oral health using a validated tool. Methods A retrospective observational study was conducted in an acute care hospital, and 624 consecutive geriatric patients were included. … [Read more...]
COVID-19 and Inequities in Oral Health Care for Older People: An Opportunity for Emerging Paradigms
Abstract Severe restrictions have been imposed in most countries for oral health care to the general population, allowing treatment only for emergencies, because of the generation of aerosols during clinical procedures and to ration personal protective equipment (PPE) during the pandemic. This article stresses the critical situation that … [Read more...]
Determinants of children’s oral health-related quality of life following aesthetic treatment of enamel opacities
Abstract Objectives To identify clinical and psychosocial predictors of oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) in children with molar incisor hypomineralisation (MIH) following aesthetic treatment of incisor opacities. Methods Participants were 7- to 16-year-old children referred to a UK Dental Hospital for management of incisor … [Read more...]
Is there an association between oral health and severity of COVID-19 complications?
Abstract Most patients with severe complications from COVID-19 have underlying conditions such as obesity, diabetes, and hypertension. In parallel, there is growing evidence for a link between periodontitis and non-oral systemic diseases. The oral cavity is also a reservoir for respiratory pathogens, and patients with periodontal disease are … [Read more...]
The impact of coronavirus infectious disease 19 (COVID-19) on oral health
Abstract Health services across the world face an unprecedented situation as a result of a global COVID-19 outbreak. Urgent joined research efforts regarding the SARS-COV-2 rapid tests, accurate diagnosis, especially early recognition, and effective treatment of life-threatening complications would be highly desirable for humanity and … [Read more...]
A cost-effectiveness analysis of community water fluoridation for schoolchildren
Abstract Background Community water fluoridation (CWF), the controlled addition of fluoride to the water supply for the prevention of dental caries (tooth decay), is considered a safe and effective public health intervention. The Republic of Ireland (Ireland) is the only country in Europe with a legislative mandate for the fluoridation of the … [Read more...]