Systematic Review: Professional Oral Health Care Enhances Oral Health in Older Individuals

Posted: December 26, 2024
A systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the impact of Professional Oral Health Care (POHC) on the oral health of older individuals. Out of 488 studies, 13 articles were included, all conducted in high-income countries, primarily in elderly care centers. The POHC group showed a significantly better status in dental plaque, oral health, and mucosal plaque compared to the control group, with improvements in dental plaque index scores. While tongue coating index did not show significant change, other unaudited indicators favored the POHC group. The study highlights the effectiveness of professional oral health care in enhancing Oral Health Indicators in older people, emphasizing the need for further research in this area.

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