Development and feasibility testing of an oral hygiene intervention for stroke unit care
ConclusionOur oral hygiene complex intervention was feasible in a single UK stroke centre. Further studies to optimise patient selection, model health economics and explore efficacy are now required. (Source: Gerodontology)
Source: Gerodontology - May 15, 2016 Category: Dentistry Authors: Craig J. Smith, Maria Horne, Giles McCracken, David Young, Ian Clements, Sharon Hulme, Claire Ardron, Shaheen Hamdy, Andy Vail, Angus Walls, Pippa J. Tyrrell Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Influence of increased patient age on longitudinal outcomes of root canal treatment: a systematic review
ConclusionsThis systematic review of longitudinal NSRCT outcomes demonstrated that increased patient age did not decrease the success of NSRCT. Patient age is not a prognostic factor for NSRCT. Age should not be considered by dentists or patients when making NSRCT decisions. (Source: Gerodontology)
Source: Gerodontology - May 15, 2016 Category: Dentistry Authors: Bita Shakiba, Reza Hamedy, Jaclyn G. Pak, Joao V. Barbizam, Rikke Ogawa, Shane N. White Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Serum antinuclear antibody in adult Thais
ConclusionSerum ANA positive was significantly higher in the older group compared with the middle‐age and younger groups. There were variations of the serum ANA staining patterns in the older group. (Source: Gerodontology)
Source: Gerodontology - May 13, 2016 Category: Dentistry Authors: Chanwit Prapinjumrune, Chalakorn Prucktrakul, Trakarn Sooktonglarng, Kobkan Thongprasom Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Diary Dates
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Source: Gerodontology - April 14, 2016 Category: Dentistry Tags: Diary Dates Source Type: research
A qualitative investigation into patients' perspectives on edentulousness
ConclusionThis study illustrates that some elder edentate patients were dissatisfied with the functionality of their dentures and raised concerns that about the quality of dentures which may be provided to them by dentists. These participants identified clinical dental technicians as a preferred point of contact for their care. Consideration should be given to new oral healthcare delivery models which are accessible and acceptable to future elders. (Source: Gerodontology)
Source: Gerodontology - March 28, 2016 Category: Dentistry Authors: Sarah Meaney, Brian O' Connell, Sittana Elfadil, Finbarr Allen Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
The digital revolution in prosthodontics: can it benefit older people?
(Source: Gerodontology)
Source: Gerodontology - March 28, 2016 Category: Dentistry Authors: Carlo Marinello Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
Invasive fungal rhinosinusitis with palatal erosion in an elderly edentulous patient with uncontrolled diabetes: report of a rare case
ConclusionSuch a case is a diagnostic challenge to a dentist. Therefore understanding the disease process and its possible outcomes is desirable. The treatment warrants a multidisciplinary approach. (Source: Gerodontology)
Source: Gerodontology - February 29, 2016 Category: Dentistry Authors: Vinit Shah, Jitendra Rao, Veerendra Verma, Kalpana Singh, Bhaskar Agarwal Tags: Case Report Source Type: research
Comprehension of Japanese oral care‐related terms among caregivers and nurses, as assessed using a newly developed instrument
ConclusionThe word‐knowledge test was valid and reliable for nursing staff of six long‐term care facilities in Niigata City. Their comprehension was low for perioral and intraoral structures, related symptom and disease names, and prosthodontics terms related to oral care. Understanding of oral care‐related terms among the nursing staff was related to their occupation and interest in oral care. (Source: Gerodontology)
Source: Gerodontology - February 25, 2016 Category: Dentistry Authors: Satoko Shibata, Roxana Stegaroiu, Akari Nakazawa, Akitsugu Ohuchi Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Dental health status of community‐dwelling older Singaporeans: findings from a nationally representative survey
ConclusionsThe findings demonstrated differences in dental health status by age, gender and ethnicity. They highlight the need for improvements in the dental health status of all older Singaporeans, especially older women. The data presented herein may serve as a baseline for policymakers to evaluate the impact of recent schemes launched by the Ministry of Health (Singapore) to subsidise dental treatment. (Source: Gerodontology)
Source: Gerodontology - February 23, 2016 Category: Dentistry Authors: Chi‐Tsun Chiu, Rahul Malhotra, See Mieng Tan, Jane Lim, Angelique Chan, Khim Hean Teoh, Sapphire Tsering Gan, Yasuhiko Saito Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Dental health status of community ‐dwelling older Singaporeans: findings from a nationally representative survey
ConclusionsThe findings demonstrated differences in dental health status by age, gender and ethnicity. They highlight the need for improvements in the dental health status of all older Singaporeans, especially older women. The data presented herein may serve as a baseline for policymakers to evaluate the impact of recent schemes launched by the Ministry of Health (Singapore) to subsidise dental treatment. (Source: Gerodontology)
Source: Gerodontology - February 22, 2016 Category: Dentistry Authors: Chi ‐Tsun Chiu, Rahul Malhotra, See Mieng Tan, Jane Lim, Angelique Chan, Khim Hean Teoh, Sapphire Tsering Gan, Yasuhiko Saito Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Comprehension of Japanese oral care ‐related terms among caregivers and nurses, as assessed using a newly developed instrument
ConclusionThe word‐knowledge test was valid and reliable for nursing staff of six long‐term care facilities in Niigata City. Their comprehension was low for perioral and intraoral structures, related symptom and disease names, and prosthodontics terms related to oral care. Understanding of oral care‐related terms among the nursing staff was related to their occupation and interest in oral care. (Source: Gerodontology)
Source: Gerodontology - February 22, 2016 Category: Dentistry Authors: Satoko Shibata, Roxana Stegaroiu, Akari Nakazawa, Akitsugu Ohuchi Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Diary Dates
(Source: Gerodontology)
Source: Gerodontology - January 27, 2016 Category: Dentistry Tags: Diary Dates Source Type: research
Empowerment of older people to look after their oral health via peer support
(Source: Gerodontology)
Source: Gerodontology - January 27, 2016 Category: Dentistry Authors: Haiping Tan, David Brennan, Kaye Roberts‐Thomson, A. John Spencer Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
Evaluation of the effectiveness of a chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) and linseed (Linum usitatissimum) saliva substitute in the relief of xerostomia in elders
ConclusionsNew chamomile‐ and linseed‐based saliva substitute was effective in relieving xerostomia symptoms in older participants of this study. (Source: Gerodontology)
Source: Gerodontology - January 14, 2016 Category: Dentistry Authors: Irene Morales‐Bozo, Ana Ortega‐Pinto, Gonzalo Rojas Alcayaga, Juan P. Aitken Saavedra, Olga Salinas Flores, Claudia Lefimil Puente, Carla Lozano Moraga, José M. Manríquez Urbina, Blanca Urzúa Orellana Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) carers' perceptions of oral care in residential aged care settings in Perth, Western Australia
ConclusionOur findings suggest that, to ensure residents receive high quality oral health care, ongoing professional development is required, not only for CALD carers in oral health but also for non‐CALD staff in care that is respectful of cultural differences. (Source: Gerodontology)
Source: Gerodontology - January 14, 2016 Category: Dentistry Authors: Bola Adebayo, Angela Durey, Linda M. Slack‐Smith Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
