Someone may have most of their natural teeth but still be considered “orally frail” if they suffer chewing problems as mouth health also involves muscle strength, saliva, and swallowing ability. Such ...

Researchers at the Institute of Science Tokyo in Japan, also known as Science Tokyo, have taken a fresh look at a long ...

Oral frailty can shorten your life expectancy, so those dreaded visits, drills and all, really are for your own good.

Nearly 90% of adults have experienced tooth decay, while gum disease affects over half of American adults—yet conventional ...

Levels of tooth decay among adults in England are now similar to those last seen more than 25 years ago, according to new figures. More than four in 10 people (41 per cent) had obvious signs of rotten ...

Research ties oral health to dementia risk through nutrition, social life, and daily function, suggesting oral care supports ...

Studies concluded that poor oral health among older adults is closely linked with higher mortality rates and a higher risk of requiring long-term care.

The Center for Oral Health (COH) proudly announces its 2025 Symposium, Oral Health & Quality of Life Among Older Adults: Advancing Access Through Multidisciplinary Collaboration, taking place Thursday ...

Maintaining oral health throughout life is essential for health, overall well-being and an optimal quality of life. The journey of oral health begins in childhood, where developing healthy habits is ...