THE ASSOCIATION BETWEEN ORAL HEALTH/HYGIENE AND COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT AMONG MULTIETHNIC OLDER ADULTS IN WEST CHINA
2024
Oral Health and Cognitive Impairment in Older Adults
Sample size: 6529
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Author Information
Author(s): Xie Yuqing, Xia Xin, Li Yun, Wang Yanyan, Tian Xin, Hu Yuexia
Primary Institution: Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
Hypothesis
There is an association between oral health/hygiene and cognitive impairment among multiethnic older adults in western China.
Conclusion
Declining oral health and inadequate oral hygiene may increase the risk of cognitive impairment in older adults.
Supporting Evidence
- The prevalence of cognitive impairment was found to be 15.4%.
- The Yi ethnic group had the highest prevalence of cognitive impairment at 28.9%.
- Poor self-rated oral health and fewer dental visits were linked to higher cognitive impairment risk.
Takeaway
Taking care of your teeth and mouth can help keep your brain healthy as you get older.
Methodology
Cross-sectional, multi-center study assessing oral health and cognitive status in older adults using specialized tests and questionnaires.
Participant Demographics
Multi-ethnic older adults aged 50 years and older from four provinces in western China.
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