Study Reveals Age-Related Variations in Oral Hypofunction Prevalence in Japan

Posted: December 6, 2024
A pilot study in Japan explored differences in oral hypofunction (OHF) prevalence and category measures across age groups and sex, revealing a higher prevalence of OHF in older adults. Measures such as oral hygiene, maximum tongue pressure, lip-tongue motor function, and maximum occlusal force were significantly worse in older age groups. Hand grip strength was associated with tongue pressure and lip-tongue motor function. The study highlights the importance of assessing oral function and physical function in aging individuals to detect and address oral hypofunction.

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