Dysphagia and Oral Health in Older Adults: Examining Demographic and Clinical Associations.
Researchers examined data from over 29,000 older adults with dysphagia to identify which demographic and clinical characteristics were associated with poor oral health. Male sex, Black race, skilled nursing facility residence, severe dysphagia, mobility limitations, feeding dependence, and dietary modifications were significantly associated with inadequate oral health status.
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