Functional dentition and changes in dietary patterns among older adults in Thailand.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To investigate the relationship between functional dentition (FD) and changes in dietary patterns (DP) in older adults.

Design

This was a 12-month prospective study, with dental examinations at baseline and questionnaires at baseline and follow-up. Dentition was classified as FD (containing ≥10 occlusal contacts), non-FD with dentures and non-FD without dentures. A 154-item FFQ assessed dietary intake in the previous month. Food items (servings/d) were combined into twenty-two food groups based on their similar nutrient profile, culinary use and previous studies in Thailand. DP were identified through factor analysis of baseline intake and applied scores were used to estimate changes in DP scores. The association between baseline FD (exposure) and change in each DP

SUBMITTER: Gaewkhiew P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10195236 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature