Association between oral health conditions and body composition in patients aged 60 years or older attending sarcopenia and malnutrition clinic.
Researchers examined oral health conditions in 55 older adults attending a sarcopenia clinic and found high rates of tooth loss, dry mouth, gum disease, and fungal infection, with oral candidiasis specifically associated with muscle weakness or reduced muscle mass.
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