Journal of Oral Medicine and Pain

Korean Academy of Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine (대한안면통증구강내과학회)
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Application of Fluoride for Dental Caries Prevention in Older Adults with Dry Mouth: a Clinical Review

  • Young Joo Shim (Department of Oral Medicine, Wonkwang University Daejeon Dental Hospital)
  • Received : 2024.03.17
  • Accepted : 2024.03.18
  • Published : 2024.03.30
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Abstract

Dry mouth is common among older adults and significantly affects the oral health-related quality of life. It is a significant risk factor for dental caries, particularly root caries, in older adults due to concurrent periodontal disease and age-related comorbidities. Clinicians managing patients with dry mouth must be aware of preventive measures against dental caries. This clinical review aims to update our knowledge on the use of fluoride for caries prevention in order to establish better strategies for the management of dry mouth in older adults.

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This study was supported by Wonkwang University in 2023.

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