More Teeth and Posterior Balanced Occlusion Are a Key Determinant for Cognitive Function in the Elderly

More Teeth and Posterior Balanced Occlusion Are a Key Determinant for Cognitive Function in the Elderly

Age-related decline in cognitive function is a major challenge in geriatric healthcare. A possible explanation is that the tooth loss or low chewing ability is at cause of cognitive impairment or dementia. The study aimed to investigate the potential relationship between chewing ability and cognitiv...

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Main Authors: Taejun Park, Yun-Sook Jung, Keunbada Son, Yong-Chul Bae, Keun-Bae Song, Atsuo Amano, Youn-Hee Choi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-02-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
Subjects:
chewing ability
cognitive function
elderly
MMSE
T-scan
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/18/4/1996

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