Objectives To systematically review the current evidence on the relationship between
dentition status and chewing ability in older adults, as the latter was subjectively perceived …

Many factors contribute to human tooth loss, including oral hygiene practices, trauma,
smoking, health status, socio‐economic status and individual preferences. Loss of teeth …

Depression is a common disorder among the elderly; however, it is not a standard element
of the ageing process. Depression can affect oral health as a result of neglecting oral …

Oral health impacts systemic health. Therefore, oral care is an important consideration in
maintaining quality of life (QOL). Previously, maintenance and improvement of oral hygiene …

The aim of this study was to investigate the impact of treatment for Enamel‐Dentin Fracture
(EDF) on the daily activities of adolescents. This was a case‐control study (1: 4). The case …

Background The need for appraisal of oral health-related quality of life has been
increasingly recognized over the last decades. The aims of this study were to develop a …

Aging impairs senses, mastication, oral status and function, causing nutritional needs and
diet insufficiencies. The present needs of independent older adults suggest that health …

Objective: To investigate the status of tooth loss and denture restoration in Chinese adults,
analyse the changing trend and provide fundamental data for oral health policy. Methods …

Studies on self-perception have demonstrated that tooth loss is associated with esthetic,
functional, psychological and social impacts for individuals. However, not all subjects seek …

Background: Despite advances in preventive dentistry, edentulism is a major public health
issues worldwide. Edentulism is an enervating and unrepairable condition and is described …