A lifetime of proper chewing: oral health and quality of life

Lobbezoo, F; Aarab, G; Volgenant, C.M.C.; Kroese, J M; Maarel‐Wierink, Claar D. van der; Stiphout, M.A.E. van; Verhoeff, M C

doi:10.5177/ntvt.2022.12.22071

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“…This while approximately 1300-2075 candidates are applying to acquire a training position each year, indicating that dentistry is not lacking popularity amongst prospective students. It may thus be advisable to increase the number of training positions, because a structural shortage of dentists may jeopardize the life-cycle OHRQoL of PD patients in the Netherlands [ 28 ].…”

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Clinicians’ view on the management of oral health in Parkinson’s disease patients: a qualitative study

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Background due to numerous motor and non-motor symptoms, dental treatment in patients with Parkinson’s Disease (PD) can be challenging. Knowledge regarding optimal management of oral health in PD patients is lacking. Aim to gain a deeper understanding of the experiences of dentists regarding oral health care for PD patients in the Netherlands. Material and method semi-structured interviews were conducted with (specialized) dentists working with PD patients. A thematic analysis was performed using a framework-based approach. Results ten dentists were interviewed. They reported that dental care in PD patients requires 1) adaptation of timing and length of treatments and consultations, and 2) intensifying preventive measures. Dentists experienced the organization as bureaucratic and difficult. Moreover, differences between being institutionalized or living at home were present. Education and research are needed to improve PD patients’ oral health. The experience level and affinity for treating PD patients positively influences confidence levels of the practitioner. Finally, points of improvement were suggested. Conclusion managing oral health in PD patients is challenging, and interdisciplinary collaboration is needed to overcome difficulties. Reducing the bureaucratic burden and improving knowledge could help and stimulate oral health care providers to treat PD patients more effectively and, consequently, improve their oral health.

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Clinicians’ view on the management of oral health in Parkinson’s disease patients: a qualitative study

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“…Chewing involves breaking down and blending consumed food for effective digestion and absorption [2]. Despite its significance, not everyone possesses optimal chewing ability, and this may lead to difficulties in chewing [4].…”

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“…Chewing difficulty serves as a trigger for a range of health issues, including falls, fractures, dementia, hearing loss, obesity, depression, and a diminished quality of life encompassing physical, mental, psychosocial, and economic aspects. Furthermore, these health problems could exacerbate CD, establishing a detrimental cycle [1,[4][5][6][7][8]. Various factors have been linked to CD, such as tooth loss, the number of teeth, dental service utilization, lower self-rated oral health scores, disadvantaged social backgrounds, aging, lower income, and cognitive function [1,6,[9][10][11][12][13][14][15].…”

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Association between Chewing Difficulty and Dietary Ca, Vitamin D, and Mg Intake in Korean Older Adults: 8th Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (KNHANES) (2020–2021)

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2023

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Nutrition intake plays a pivotal role in chewing difficulty (CD). This cross-sectional descriptive study aims to explore the associations between CD and the dietary intake of calcium (Ca), vitamin D, and magnesium (Mg) in adults aged 65 and older, utilizing data from the 8th Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (2020–2021). The chewing function was assessed using a 5-point scale questionnaire that inquired about discomfort experienced during mastication. “Very uncomfortable” and “uncomfortable,” two of the five response options, were categorized as being indicative of CD. Dietary intake was assessed through 24 h dietary recall interviews, and nutrient calculations were based on the 10th revised edition of the Korean Food Composition Table. Data (N = 2942) were analyzed using descriptive statistics and multi-logistic regression analyses in a composite sample plan file. Among the 2942 subjects, groups with insufficient daily nutrient intake had significantly higher odds ratios (ORs) for CD compared to their counterparts. In men, the ORs for Ca (1.56), Mg (1.75), and the combined intake of Mg (1.64) with Ca were elevated. In women, the ORs for Ca (1.74), Mg (1.53), and the combined intake of Mg (1.43) with Ca showed similar trends. After adjusting for age, family income, and family size variables, men’s ORs for Mg (1.55) and the combined intake of Mg (1.55) with Ca remained elevated, while women’s OR for Ca (1.58), Mg (1.42), and the combined intake of Mg (1.34) with Ca remained significant. Dietary vitamin D intake did not significantly impact the OR for CD. After adjusting for natural tooth numbers, self-perceived oral health, and obesity, no significant association was found between CD and these nutrients. In conclusion, this study underscores the importance of promoting the recommended daily intake of magnesium alongside dietary calcium to address CD.

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A lifetime of proper chewing: oral health and quality of life

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Clinicians’ view on the management of oral health in Parkinson’s disease patients: a qualitative study

Clinicians’ view on the management of oral health in Parkinson’s disease patients: a qualitative study

Association between Chewing Difficulty and Dietary Ca, Vitamin D, and Mg Intake in Korean Older Adults: 8th Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (KNHANES) (2020–2021)

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