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Chukuwuma EmmanueI Ifeanyi
Chukuwuma EmmanueI Ifeanyi
Nigeria
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Research Article
Teeth Retention, Prosthetic Status and Need among a Group of Elderly in Nigeria
Author(s): Arigbede Abiodun Olabisi*,Chukuwuma EmmanueI Ifeanyi Arigbede Abiodun Olabisi*,Chukuwuma EmmanueI Ifeanyi
Background: Missing teeth without prosthetic replacement had been linked to reduced quality of life in elderly population. Data on teeth retention, prosthetic status and needs of elderly population is rare in our environment. Aim: This study was designed to assess teeth retention, prosthetic status and needs among elderly patients attending our dental centre. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted among elderly patients, 65 years and above attending Dental Centre of University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital using structured questionnaire and clinical examination. The clinical examination was conducted using WHO criteria. The questionnaire items include socio-demographic variables, dental clinic visit behavior and history of pain, chewing d.. View More»
DOI: 10.4172/2161-1122.1000117