The oral conditions and Health-related QOL among dependent elderly

This study aimed to elucidate the oral cavity condition from the perspectives of oral functioning and the intra-oral environment and to analyze the association between the oral cavity condition and health-related quality of life. Furthermore, it analyzes an association between the oral cavity condition and nutritional status. In the present study, a survey was conducted using multiple evaluation methods, and the results have elucidated the current status of oral functions in community-dwelling dependent elderly persons in Japan. This study helps elderly people to improve the quality of their life.

About the author

Full Name: Naoko Morisaki. Nationality: Japan. Office: School of Nursing, University of KinDAI Himeji.

Product details

• Authors: Naoko Morisaki
• Publisher: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing
• Languages: English, German
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.03.2015
• EAN: 9783659341083
• ISBN: 978-3-659-34108-3
• No. of pages: 52
• Subject: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine > Dentistry