[HTML][HTML] Oral health condition and occurrence of depression in the elderly
K Skoskiewicz-Malinowska, B Malicka, M Zietek…�- Medicine, 2018 - journals.lww.com
Depression is a common disorder among the elderly; however, it is not a standard element
of the ageing process. Depression can affect oral health as a result of neglecting oral
hygiene procedures, cariogenic nutrition, avoidance of necessary dental care which leads to
an increased risk of dental caries and periodontal disease.
of the ageing process. Depression can affect oral health as a result of neglecting oral
hygiene procedures, cariogenic nutrition, avoidance of necessary dental care which leads to
an increased risk of dental caries and periodontal disease.
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