Longitudinal impact of oral health on geriatric syndromes and clinical outcomes in community-dwelling older adults

Abstract Background Oral health is essential for daily living and plays a pivotal role in overall health conditions and well-being. This study evaluated the impact of self-reported oral health on geriatric conditions, institutionalization, and mortality. Methods This study analyzed the population of...

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Main Authors: Jihye Lim, Hyungchul Park, Heayon Lee, Eunju Lee, Danbi Lee, Hee-Won Jung, Il-Young Jang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-09-01
Series:BMC Geriatrics
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-021-02416-2