Transition from being OK to NOT OK with tooth loss among a selection of older people in Iran: a qualitative study

ConclusionThe turning point in the transition from being OK to NOT OK seemed to be associated with an edentulous crisis that had occurred from another problem such as stomach ache, distention, or nocturnal dyspnoea due to swallowing food that had not been properly chewed and had an affect on an elderly person's life, physically and mentally. It is important to recognise the concept of healthy eating in relation to edentulism.
Source: Gerodontology - Category: Dentistry Authors: Tags: Original Article Source Type: research