Development and initial validation of the Comprehensive Geriatric Oral Health Assessment Tool.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Improving the oral health of the elderly is crucial to improving their general health and quality of life. To reach this goal, it is necessary to start with a comprehensive oral health assessment and a detailed treatment plan. The aim of this study was, therefore, to develop a comprehensive Oral Health Assessment Tool for the geriatric population.

Material and methods

Following a panel of experts' consultation, a clinical form and a self-assessment questionnaire were developed, encompassing eight domains: dental caries, periodontal diseases, partial and complete edentulism, oral soft tissue lesions, occlusion, xerostomia, temporomandibular joints, and oral or oral prostheses hygiene. Subsequently, a pilot study was conducted to appraise the clinical form and quest

SUBMITTER: Shoaee S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10582220 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature