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Indian Journal of Dental Research, 2018 Background: Maintaining the oral hygiene of denture wearers is a challenge faced in modern dentistry. Biofilm formed on dentures has been associated with denture stomatitis, malodor, aspiration pneumonia, infectious endocarditis, gastrointestinal ...
Jinal Barochia, Sujatha Kamath
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Gerodontology, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Background Patient groups and policymakers are calling for the implementation of relationship‐centred, co‐ordinated care for vulnerable older people. Relationship‐centred care highlights the significance of strong, quality relationships among residents, their families and the broader healthcare team.
Rosie Pritchett +3 more
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Oral Health Status in Older Care Recipients and Family Caregiver Perceptions of Caregiving Burden
Gerodontology, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Aim To investigate oral health status, number of teeth, and denture use in older care recipients and their caregivers' perceptions of burden. Methods This was a cross‐sectional survey of home care patients aged ≥ 65 years and their families who use the home‐visit dental care service provided by the Sendai Dental Association. The short Japanese
Sayaka Kishi +15 more
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Gerodontology, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Objective To explore the experiences and perceptions of oral care cards among strategic‐level leaders within municipal and dental care organisations. Background Oral health is integral to overall well‐being, especially in older adults, who frequently rely on caregiving services.
Sara Björns +2 more
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Journal of Dental and Allied Sciences, 2018 Aloe vera has shown multiple uses in dentistry. Aloe vera has been long time used for its many beneficial properties. It is still in use for wide range of ailments. It promotes rapid wound healing and pain relief. It has antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiaging, anticancer, immune modulating, and moisturizing effects.
Bindiya Narang +3 more
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Gerodontology, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Objective The objective of this study is to investigate the effect of dual‐light antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT) on oral health among older people living in assisted living facilities (ALF), comparing it to conventional oral self‐care guidance.
Wilma Romppanen +7 more
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Antifungal Effect: Comparison of Commercial Denture Cleansers and Microwave Energy [PDF]
Al-Rafidain Dental Journal, 2009 and comparing this with microwave sterilization technique on heat cured acrylic resin denture basematerial which was cured by two different techniques.
Nagham H Kassab +2 more
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The Effects of Stroke on Oral Function and Oral Health: A Qualitative Study
Gerodontology, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Introduction Stroke is the leading cause of adult disability in Aotearoa New Zealand, often resulting in a range of physical and cognitive impairments. The impacts of stroke on oral function and oral health are not well understood from the survivors' perspective, yet the latter are crucial for overall wellbeing. This qualitative study explored
Esther Cheong +4 more
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The Iraqi Journal of Medical Sciences, 2016 Background: Denture cleanser should be designed to remove and prevent re accumulation of microbial plaque. Cleaning the denture by chemical immersion have several advantages that solutions reach all areas of the denture and results in complete cleaning.
Israa Mohummed Hummudi +1 more
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