Impact of Functional Teeth on Mobility Disability in Older Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Lim Nahyun, Shin Hyung Eun, Lee Daehyun, Jung Heeeun, Jang Jae Young, Cho Hyunjin, Won Chang Won, Kim Miji
Primary Institution: Kyung Hee University
Hypothesis
The study investigates the association between the number of functional teeth and incident mobility disability in older adults.
Conclusion
Maintaining at least 20 functional teeth is essential to prevent mobility disability in older adults.
Supporting Evidence
- Participants with fewer than 20 functional teeth had a higher risk of mobility disability.
- The study analyzed data from the Korean Frailty and Aging Cohort Study.
Takeaway
Older people need to keep at least 20 teeth to help them move around better as they age.
Methodology
The study used multivariate logistic regression analysis to evaluate the association between the number of functional teeth and incident mobility disability.
Participant Demographics
The participants were community-dwelling Korean older adults, with a mean age of 75.3 years and 50.2% women.
Statistical Information
Confidence Interval
95% CI: 1.38–2.75
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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