The oral health of an ageing population, especially that of the institutionalized elderly
population, constitutes a significant concern because it is closely linked to general health …

Background The number of older people with dementia and a natural dentition is growing.
Recently, a systematic review concerning the oral health of older people with dementia with …

The aim of this study was to establish a link between periodontal disease and Alzheimer's
disease (AD) with a view to identifying the major periodontal disease bacteria (Treponema …

Background. The world population is aging. This phenomenon is accompanied by an
increase in the number of elderly with dementia, whose oral hygiene care is a challenge …

Background Oral health of nursing home residents is generally poor, with severe
consequences for residents' general health and quality of life and for the health care system …

Objective The aim of this review was to provide a systematic overview including a quality
assessment of studies about oral health and orofacial pain in older people with dementia …

Periodontitis is a polymicrobial chronic inflammatory disease of tooth-supporting tissues with
bacterial etiology affecting all age groups, becoming chronic in a subgroup of older …

Purpose We evaluated the level of oral hygiene and its association with oral health status
and need for oral treatment among older residents in long-term care facilities. In addition, the …

Introduction Epidemiological studies have shown that tooth loss may be associated with an
increased risk of cognitive decline and dementia. However, some results do not show a …

Background: The oral health of elderly populations is a significant concern, as it is closely
linked to general health and health-related quality of life. Poor oral health exacerbates oral …