Dysmasema: Persistent Decline in Masticatory Function Related to Aging and Systemic Factors [PDF]
International Dental JournalDecreased masticatory function, which is termed ‘masticatory dysfunction’, has long been considered a sign and symptom of underlying oral diseases. Masticatory function usually improves when the underlying diseases are treated. However, in older patients
Chia-Shu Lin, Ta-Chung Chen
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Relationship between masticatory function and sarcopenic obesity in community-dwelling older adults aged 75 or older: a cross-sectional study [PDF]
BMC GeriatricsObjective The relationship between sarcopenic obesity and masticatory function is poorly understood. This study aims to explore this association in community-dwelling individuals aged 75 years or older. Methods This study analyzed data from 236 community-
Hikaru Shiraki +12 more
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Association Between Subjective Masticatory Function and Mild Cognitive Impairment in Older Adults [PDF]
International Dental JournalAim: This study aimed to examine the effect of subjective masticatory function on the occurrence of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) by analysing the Korean Longitudinal Study of Ageing (KLoSA) data.
Yoon Young Choi, Kyeong Hee Lee
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Effect of digital complete dentures manufactured using the custom disk method on masticatory function [PDF]
HeliyonStatement of problem: The effect of using the custom disk method (CDM) for fabricating digital dentures on patients’ masticatory function should be studied to support its use in clinical practice.
Maiko Iwaki +5 more
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Patient-reported outcome measures for masticatory function in adults: a systematic review [PDF]
BMC Oral Health, 2021 Objective The aim of this systematic review was to critically evaluate the Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) for masticatory function in adults.
Yanpin Fan +3 more
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Comparison of oral hypofunction tests and determination of reference values for a subjective masticatory function test [PDF]
BMC Oral Health, 2022 Background In Japan, oral hypofunction has been recognized as a disease since 2018. An alternative to occlusal force testing for assessing oral hypofunction is the evaluation of the number of natural teeth.
Yoshiki Uchida +8 more
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Association between occlusal features and masticatory function in Hong Kong preschool children: a survey with one-year longitudinal follow-up [PDF]
BMC Oral HealthBackground Mastication is important for breaking down food, aiding swallowing and nutrients absorption, and is therefore fundamental to a child’s development.
King Sang Rita Au Yeung +5 more
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The Association of Walking Ability with Oral Function and Masticatory Behaviors in Community-Dwelling Older People: A Cross-Sectional Study [PDF]
GeriatricsBackground/Objectives: An association between oral function and physical fitness, including walking capacity, has been reported. However, the association between masticatory behaviors and walking ability—both of which represent patterns of movement in ...
Takako Ujihashi +9 more
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The Relation between Masticatory Function and Nutrition in Older Individuals, Dependent on Supportive Care for Daily Living. [PDF]
Int J Environ Res Public Health, 2022 Stjernfeldt PE +4 more
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Molar macrowear reveals Neanderthal eco-geographic dietary variation [PDF]
, 2011 Neanderthal diets are reported to be based mainly on the consumption of large and medium sized herbivores, while the exploitation of other food types including plants has also been demonstrated.
Benazzi, Stefano +5 more
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