Lip and tongue strength associated with chewing patterns in aging population
Yi-Fang Huang,
Wei-Han Chang,
Yu-Fang Liao
et al.
Abstract:Background
Improving chewing function of older adults increases the health-related quality of life. Few studies indicated the correlation between tongue, lip strength on masticatory performance in older people. The study aimed to investigate the association between lip, tongue strength on chewing pattern in aging population.
Methods
The older adults had independent daily intake without assistance were enrolled. They had intact dentition and no peri… Show more
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