scholarly journals Oral Health Status and the Impact on Oral Health-Related Quality of Life among the Institutionalized Elderly Population: A Cross-Sectional Study in an Area of Southern Italy

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (4) ◽  
pp. 2175
Author(s):  
Aida Bianco ◽  
Silvia Mazzea ◽  
Leonzio Fortunato ◽  
Amerigo Giudice ◽  
Rosa Papadopoli ◽  
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Keyword(s):  
Health Status ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Dental Health ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
Term Care ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Dmft Index ◽  
Dental Health Status ◽  
The Impact

Background: The objectives of this study were to describe the oral health status in the institutionalized geriatric population in an area of southern Italy and to identify the impact of oral health on the Oral Health Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL). Methods: Data were collected from individuals aged ≥60 years in randomly selected Calabrian long-term care facilities. The dental health status was assessed recording the decayed, missing, or filled dental elements due to the carious lesions (DMFT) index, the presence of visible dental plaque, and the gingival condition. The influence of the dental health status on the self-perceived value of life was assessed using the Geriatric Oral Health Assessment Index (GOHAI). Results: Among the 344 elderly individuals included, 18.4% reported frequent tooth-brushing, and only 39.9% reported the need of dental care. The DMFT index was 26.4. Less than a third of the participants had a GOHAI score of ≤50 which is suggestive of highly compromised OHRQoL. The GOHAI score was significantly better for elderly individuals with no self-perceived need of dental care and with a lower DMFT index. Conclusions: The burden of oral conditions among residents in long-term care facilities was considerable, with a high prevalence of missing teeth and dentures. Strategies targeting care providers are needed.

scholarly journals Oral Health-related Quality of Life and Periodontal and Dental Health Status in Iranian Hemodialysis Patients

2014 ◽  
Vol 15 (4) ◽  
pp. 482-490 ◽  
Author(s):  
Arefe Hajian-Tilaki ◽  
Farshid Oliae ◽  
Niloofar Jenabian ◽  
Karimollah Hajian-Tilaki ◽  
Mina Motallebnejad
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Dental Health ◽  
Hemodialysis Patients ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Dental Health Status

ABSTRACT Aim The aim of this study was to evaluate oral health status and oral health related quality of life (OHRQoL) in Iranian patients undergoing hemodialysis. Materials and methods In this cross-sectional study 145 (95 dentate and 50 edentulous) patients undergoing hemodialysis participated. Demographic information, laboratory findings and dental health status was recorded by a standard form. Oral hygiene status was obtained by simplified oral hygiene index (OHI-S) and oral health was evaluated by decay missing filling teeth (DMFT) index, plaque index (PLI) and periodontal disease index. Oral health related quality of life was determined by means of short form oral health impact profile (OHIP-14) and general oral health assessment index (GOHAI). Results The mean (± SD) DMFT, PLI and PDI were 15.47 ± 7.85, 2.03 ± 0.95, 4.09 ± 1.31 respectively. OHI-S was good in 7 (7.4%), fair 25 (26.6%) and poor in 38 (26.6%) of patients. The mean OHIP-14 and GOHAI scores were 31.32 ± 12.53 and 29.07 ± 8.5 respectively. The self-perceived oral health of 58 (40%) was good, 49(33.8%) was fair and 38 (26.2%) was poor. Patients with higher scores for the questionnaires had significantly worst self-rated oral health. Besides, there was a significant positive correlation between dental and periodontal variables with OHIP-14 and GOHAI scores. Conclusion Hemodialysis patients had a poor oral hygiene and periodontal status, weak attitudes and negligence toward oral health but they were satisfied of their oral health condition and their OHRQoL was approximately good. Therefor it should be communications between nephrologists and oral health care professionals for promoting the oral health status of the patients. Clinical significance The findings high light the need of comprehensive oral examinations including periodontal therapy, restorative treatment, preventive dental treatment and follow-up care in the hemodialysis patients. How to cite this article Hajian-Tilaki A, Oliae F, Jenabian N, Hajian-Tilaki K, Motallebnejad M. Oral Health-related Quality of Life and Periodontal and Dental Health Status in Iranian Hemodialysis Patients. J Contemp Dent Pract 2014;15(4):482-490.

scholarly journals Dental health status and Oral Health-Related Quality of Life in older people of Puerto Montt, Chile.

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (5) ◽  
pp. 372-382
Author(s):  
Evelyn Piticar ◽  
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Lorena-Mirtala Orellana ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Older People ◽  
Dental Health ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Dental Health Status

Introduction: Older people tend to have poor oral health, which can affect their quality of life. This study aimed to explore the relationship of the Oral Health-Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL) with sociodemographic variables and the dental health status of older people who belong to Elderly Clubs in the district of Puerto Montt, Chile. Material and methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out in 140 elderly people from Elderly Clubs in the district of Puerto Montt, Chile. Sociodemographic and dental variables were studied using a questionnaire and clinical examination. The GOHAI instrument validated in Chile was applied to measure the OHRQoL. Results: The mean of the total GOHAI was 50.8±8.6 points, and the median was 53. Of the 140 elderly people, 87.9% were females, the means of age and years of education were 73.2±6.2 and 7.5±4.4 years, respectively. 30% were edentulous, the number of remaining teeth was 7.8±8.1, the OHI-S was 1.3±1.0. 85.7% wore dentures, and the time of denture wearing was 8.8±9.4 years. Significant associations were found between the total GOHAI and non-belonging to an indigenous people (p=0.024), being edentulous (p=0.006), and the presence of healthy teeth (p=0.039). Conclusion: The GOHAI showed a significant relationship with not-belonging to an indigenous ethnicity, being edentulous, and the number of healthy teeth. The OHRQoL was higher in males, with formal education, edentulous, dentated without teeth mobility, with complete dentures, and moderate denture hygiene.

scholarly journals ORAL HEALTH STATUS AND ORAL HEALTH RELATED QUALITY OF LIFE IN ADOLESCENT WORKERS

2018 ◽  
Vol 91 (4) ◽  
pp. 462-468 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sultan Keles ◽  
Filiz Abacigil ◽  
Filiz Adana
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Dental Health ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Western Turkey ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related

Background and aim. Oral health status and oral health related quality of life (OHRQoL) of working adolescents has been very little reported in literature. Therefore, this study aimed to determine oral health status and OHRQoL in a group of adolescent workers.Methods. This cross-sectional study was conducted in an apprentice training center in western Turkey between December 2016 and January 2017. The study group population was 585, and the sample size was 514 students between 14 and 18 years old. The Decayed, Missing, and Filled Teeth (DMFT) Index, the Turkish version of the Oral Health Impact Profile-14 (OHIP-14), and a form requesting the socio-demographic information of the students were used as data collection tools. Permissions were obtained from the relevant school, parents, students, and ethical committee. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, the Student’s t-test, and the Pearson correlation coefficient.Results. The results showed significant relationships between the tooth brushing frequency, dental visit frequency, dental trauma history, smoking, and the OHIP-14 subdomains (p < 0.05).Conclusion. Poor oral health and a lack of good oral health attitudes may have negative impact on the oral health related quality of life (OHRQoL) of working adolescents. Dental health education programs in collaboration with schools and dental health services may be beneficial for promoting oral health and improving the OHRQoL of working adolescents.  

scholarly journals Impact of dental caries on oral health related quality of life among preschool children: perceptions of parents

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mina Pakkhesal ◽  
Elham Riyahi ◽  
AliAkbar Naghavi Alhosseini ◽  
Parisa Amdjadi ◽  
Nasser Behnampour
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Dental Caries ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Dmft Index ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background Childhood dental caries can affect the children’s and their parents’ oral health-related quality of life. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the impact of oral and dental health conditions on the oral health-related quality of life in preschool children and their parents. Methods In this descriptive-analytical cross-sectional study, samples were selected from children 3 to 6 years old enrolled in licensed kindergartens using "proportional allocation" sampling. Then, the parents of the children were asked to complete the Early Childhood Oral Health Impact Scale (ECOHIS). Results In this study, 350 children aged 3 to 6 years were evaluated with a mean age of 4.73 years. The mean dmft index (decayed, missed, and filled teeth) was 3.94 ± 4.17. The mean score of oral health-related quality of life was 11.88 ± 6.9, which 9.36 ± 5.02 belongs to the impact on children and 2.52 ± 3.20 to parents' impact. Conclusions The mean score of ECOHIS increased with the dmft index increase in children, indicating a significant relationship between the dmft and ECOHIS score. These outcomes can be used as proper resources to develop preventive policies and promote oral health in young children.

Oral Health Status and Oral Health-related Quality of Life among Hospitalized and Nonhospitalized Geriatric Patients

2017 ◽  
Vol 18 (3) ◽  
pp. 228-233 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jagan K Baskaradoss ◽  
Abdulaziz M AlBaker ◽  
Fahad F AlBaqami ◽  
Tariq M AlHarbi ◽  
Mohammad D AlAmri
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Geriatric Patients ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related

ABSTRACT Introduction The purpose of this study was to compare the oral health status and its effect on the oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) of hospitalized and nonhospitalized elderly patients in a single community. The null hypothesis for the study states that there is no difference in the oral health status and OHRQoL between hospitalized and nonhospitalized elderly patients. Materials and methods This study was conducted at the King Khalid Hospital and College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. A total of 99 (43 – hospitalized and 56 – nonhospitalized) geriatric patients participated in this study. Oral health-related quality of life was estimated using the geriatric oral health assessment index questionnaire. Decayed, missing, and filled teeth (DMFT) index and plaque index were used to assess the oral health status of the study participants. Results The mean age of the study participants was 68.2 years; 17.2% were females and 82.8% were males. There was no significant difference between hospitalized and nonhospitalized patients in OHRQoL and DMFT index. However, the oral hygiene status was better among nonhospitalized patients as compared with hospitalized patients. Conclusion There was a significant difference in the oral hygiene status between hospitalized and nonhospitalized geriatric patients. Clinical significance Caregivers must be sensitized to the importance of oral health for the elderly population, and oral health should be considered an integral component of general health. How to cite this article AlBaker AM, AlBaqami FF, AlHarbi TM, AlAmri MD, Baskaradoss JK. Oral Health Status and Oral Healthrelated Quality of Life among Hospitalized and Nonhospitalized Geriatric Patients. J Contemp Dent Pract 2017;18(3):228-233.

scholarly journals THE LINK BETWEEN ORAL HEALTH AND DIABETES COMPLICATIONS

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (8) ◽  
Author(s):  
Khaled Hassan
Keyword(s):  
Health Status ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Diabetes Complications ◽  
Dental Health ◽  
Canadian Community Health Survey ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
Multinomial Regression ◽  
Community Health Survey ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Chronic Problem

Background: Although oral health is linked to diabetes, the likelihood of developing acute or chronic diabetic issues as a result of this link remains unknown in Ontario, Canada's most populous province. The impact of self-reported dental health on the chance of developing acute and chronic problems in a group of previously diagnosed diabetics is investigated in this study.  Methodology:  Diabetics (n = 5183) who took part in the Canadian Community Health Survey in 2003 and 2007–08 were studied retrospectively. Until March 31, 2016, self-reported oral health status was connected to health interactions in electronic medical records. After self-reporting oral health status, multinomial regression models were used to assess the likelihood of the first acute or chronic problem. Keywords:  Population health, Acute, Oral health, diabetes complications, periodontal disease, Chronic.

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