ArticleZeitschrift fur Gerontologie und Geriatrie2015
[Oral health in dementia: Results of a telephone helpline].
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- Impact of an Oral Hygiene Intervention in People with and without Dementia on Oral Health Parameters-Results from the Oral Health, Bite Force, and Dementia (OrBiD) Pilot Study.Journal of clinical medicine · 2022Article
- [Comorbid diseases of dementia].Zeitschrift fur Gerontologie und Geriatrie · 2015Article
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Abstract
backgroundThe complexity of dental care and oral hygiene for people with dementia increases with increasing numbers of residual teeth.
aimThis study was carried out to determine whether the offer of a telephone helpline on oral health and dementia would be utilized. MATERIAL AND
methodsOver a period of 1 year contacts received by a telephone helpline manned by three oral healthcare staff were collected and analyzed.
resultsFrom 01 June 2012 to 31 May 2013 a total of 355 callers (180 healthcare staff and 175 relatives) presented and discussed 2535 problems. The average duration of a call was 21 min. Almost one quarter of the callers were looking for mobile dental care services and 14.4 % were looking for a dentist specialized in caring for patients with dementia. Oral disease, oral care and conflicts between stakeholders on aspects of oral health were discussed. Of the healthcare staff three quarters asked about training to improve the oral health of people with dementia.
conclusionThe demand on the specialists of the helpline showed a substantial knowledge deficit of healthcare staff and relatives. The study confirmed a wide range of oral health issues of people with dementia. Knowledge on oral and denture hygiene and on oral disease could be introduced into primary training and continued professional education. In addition to the lack of knowledge, deficits also exist in the oral healthcare system for people with dementia. Politicians and healthcare stakeholders are encouraged to incorporate oral healthcare for people with dementia into strategies and dementia networks.
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