scholarly journals A Review of the Factors Associated with Periodontal Disease in the Elderly

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 47
Author(s):  
Abdul Gani Soulissa
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Periodontal Disease ◽  
Chronic Diseases ◽  
Elderly Population ◽  
Systemic Disease ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Oral Health Care ◽  
Systemic Diseases

The world’s elderly population is growing faster than other age groups. The World Health Organization states that in 2020, Indonesia’s elderly population will reach 11.34% of the total population, or around 28.8 million people. The increasing number of elderly people can be a challenge for clinicians due to the degenerative changes caused by chronic diseases, treatment of chronic diseases, systemic conditions, and oral health care accessibility. The purpose of this study was to analyze the factors that increase the risk of periodontal disease in the elderly. Over the last few years, a lot of research has focused on identifying the relationship between periodontal disease and systemic disease as well as the link between periodontal disease and aging. Increased age relates directly and proportionally with increased prevalence and severity of periodontal disease. Furthermore, an increase in age causes a decrease in motoric function and an increase in comorbidities and their treatments in the elderly. The aging process causes cementum surface irregularities, inhibition of osteoblast activity, and reduction in the number of fibroblasts. Loss of attachment and alveolar bone resorption was affected by frequent exposure to other risk factors. The risk factors that influence the development of periodontal disease in the elderly include systemic diseases, such as diabetes mellitus and osteoporosis, systemic conditions, such as obesity, metabolic syndrome, and stress, treatment of systemic diseases, and limited access to oral health care. Although the potential link between periodontal disease and systemic disease has been established, the extent of this relationship has not yet been clearly explained. Understanding the factors that influence periodontal disease in the elderly is important because it may provide a better understanding of the treatment. The multiple risk factors that cause periodontal disease in elderly patients require special attention involving multidisciplinary teams.

scholarly journals Prevalence and Risk Factors of Periodontal Disease among Pregnant Women in a Rural Area of China

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mengqi Chen ◽  
Yi Su ◽  
Xu Xiong ◽  
Jinxiang Peng ◽  
Xiaoling Zhu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Periodontal Disease ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Maternal Age ◽  
Oral Health Care ◽  
Tooth Brushing ◽  
Jiangxi Province

Abstract BackgroundPeriodontal disease is one of the most important common oral diseases contributing to the global burden of chronic disease. Systematic reviews have demonstrated that poor periodontal condition during pregnancy was significantly associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes such as preterm birth, low birth weight, preeclampsia, etc. Oral health care is often a neglected area in low- and middle- income countries, particularly in rural areas due to the limited health human resources and poor infrastructures resources. Very few studies have explored the risk factors of periodontal disease among pregnant women in rural areas of China.MethodsA cross-sectional study was conducted among 648 women between 2 and 28 weeks of gestation at an antenatal clinic in Maternal and Child Health Hospital of Leping, Jiangxi Province, China. Periodontal Screening & Recording (PSR) was used to determine periodontal disease. Data on respondents’ demographic characteristics, gestational age, regular oral health habits, and mental health condition were collected using a self-administered questionnaire. ResultsThe prevalence of periodontal disease in pregnant women was 79.78% (95% CI: 76.7%~82.7%). Periodontal disease was significantly associated with increased maternal age (aOR =1.13, 95%CI: 1.06~1.21, P<0.001) and gum bleeding during tooth brushing (aOR =3.76, 95%CI: 2.05~7.00, P<0.001). The severity of periodontal disease advanced with the increased maternal age and gum bleeding during pregnancy. ConclusionsPregnant women with increased maternal age and gum bleeding during tooth brushing were at a higher risk of periodontal disease and needed to have the access to oral health care.

Oral Health in Rheumatoid Arthritis: Listening to Patients

2021 ◽  
pp. 238008442110126
Author(s):  
J.L.P. Protudjer ◽  
C. Billedeau ◽  
K. Hurst ◽  
R. Schroth ◽  
C. Stavropoulou ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Rheumatoid Arthritis ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Periodontal Disease ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Care Delivery ◽  
Oral Care ◽  
Oral Health Care ◽  
Personal Hygiene ◽  
Health Maintenance

Introduction: Rates of periodontal disease and tooth loss are increased in individuals with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Understanding factors that contribute to the increased burden of periodontal disease in RA is critical to improving oral health and arthritis outcomes. Objectives: To determine the perceptions held by people with RA relating to their oral health, to identify patient-centered priorities for oral health research, and to inform optimal strategies for delivering oral health knowledge. Methods: Semistructured interviews were conducted with patients with RA. Recorded interview transcripts were iteratively reviewed to reveal surface and latent meaning and to code for themes. Constructs were considered saturated when no new themes were identified in subsequent interviews. We report themes with representative quotes. Results: Interviews were conducted with 11 individuals with RA (10 women [91%]; mean age, 68 y), all of whom were taking RA medication. Interviews averaged 19 min (range, 8 to 31 min) and were mostly conducted face-to-face. Three overall themes were identified: 1) knowledge about arthritis and oral health links; 2) oral health care in RA is complicated, both in personal hygiene practices and in professional oral care; and 3) poor oral health is a source of shame. Participants preferred to receive oral health education from their rheumatologists or dentists. Conclusions: People with RA have unique oral health perceptions and experience significant challenges with oral health care due to their arthritis. Adapting oral hygiene recommendations and professional oral care delivery to the needs of those with arthritis are patient priorities and are required to improve satisfaction regarding their oral health. Knowledge Translation Statement: Patients living with long-standing rheumatoid arthritis described poor oral health–related quality of life and multiple challenges with maintaining optimal oral health. Study findings indicate a need for educational materials addressing oral health maintenance for patients with rheumatic diseases and their providers.

scholarly journals Home-based oral healthcare strategies of elderly people with Alzheimer's disease

2016 ◽  
Vol 19 (5) ◽  
pp. 851-860 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alessandra Martins Ferreira Warmling ◽  
Silvia Maria Azevedo dos Santos ◽  
Ana Lúcia Schaefer Ferreira de Mello
Keyword(s):  
Alzheimer’S Disease ◽  
Alzheimer's Disease ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Elderly Person ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Oral Health Care ◽  
University Graduates ◽  
Elderly Persons ◽  
Home Based

Abstract Objective: To identify strategies used in the oral health care of elderly persons with Alzheimer's disease in the home. Method: an exploratory, descriptive study with a qualitative approach to collecting and analyzing data was performed. Data was collected through interviews with 30 caregivers and analyzed by the content analysis technique. Results: The majority of subjects were female, daughters of the elderly person, university graduates and aged 32-77 years. The strategies identified were grouped into categories according to the participation of the caregiver: does not participate in care actions or oral health assessments; reminds the elderly person about oral hygiene, demonstrates movements and assists with some procedures; directly carries out actions of care. Conclusion: The strategies employed are related to the degree of dependence of the elderly person, as the caregiver acts based on the need for oral health care and the difficulties in carrying out such care.

A helping hand

2020 ◽  
Vol 16 (5) ◽  
pp. 248-250
Author(s):  
Amanda McLaughlin
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Nursing Home ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Residential Care ◽  
Care Home ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Oral Health Care ◽  
Care Homes ◽  
Residential Care Home

Amanda McLaughlin considers the importance of oral health care in nursing and residential care homes Aim The reader should be able to understand the importance of introducing and maintaining effective oral health care in nursing and residential care home and nursing home settings. Objectives To have an overview of UK statistics. To understand the implications of poor oral health on overall wellbeing To understand ways in which teams can improve the oral health of the elderly.

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