Association Between Chronic Diseases, Geriatric Syndromes, and Oral Health Problems in Older Adults Towards Strategising Optimum Oral Health Care: A Narrative Review
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This review aimed to explore the association of common chronic diseases and geriatric syndromes and common oral health (OH) problems in older adults, along with the barriers to OH care. A comprehensive search was conducted in Scopus, PubMed, and Google Scholar using various relevant search terms. Articles of different evidence levels were included, while non-English publications and those without full-text availability were excluded. Common age-related diseases and geriatric syndromes, such as hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and cognitive impairment, increase the risk of periodontal disease, dental caries and potentially oral cancer. These systemic conditions and their treatments heighten vulnerability to OH issues. Poor OH status can worsen chronic conditions, creating a vicious cycle that further compromises OH. The interplay between oral and systemic health underscores the need for dental professionals to update on geriatric dentistry and plan strategies addressing the growing demand of OH care for older adults effectively.
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