Influence of removable prostheses on mastication in elderly subjects with rheumatoid arthritis

Summary Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a prevalent disease in the elderly population, and it may affect the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and the stomatognathic system. This study evaluated masticatory function in elderly patients with RA before and after oral rehabilitation with removable prostheses....

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Published in:Journal of oral rehabilitation 2018-04, Vol.45 (4), p.295-300
Main Authors: Andrade, K. M., Alfenas, B. F. M., Rodrigues Garcia, R. C. M.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Biting
Dentistry
elderly
Geriatrics
Mastication
masticatory performance
Mechanical properties
Older people
Prostheses
Prosthetics
Rehabilitation
Rheumatoid arthritis
temporomandibular disorder
Temporomandibular joint
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Summary:Summary Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a prevalent disease in the elderly population, and it may affect the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and the stomatognathic system. This study evaluated masticatory function in elderly patients with RA before and after oral rehabilitation with removable prostheses. Forty‐five elders with partial or total edentulism who were using unsatisfactory removable prostheses were selected and assigned to 3 groups: RA with TMJ involvement, RA without TMJ involvement and healthy controls. Masticatory function was assessed in terms of masticatory performance (MP) and maximum bite force (MBF). The former was determined by the sieving method, and the latter was measured by pressure sensors placed in the bilateral molar regions. The variables were first evaluated in elderly subjects wearing unsatisfactory prostheses and re‐assessed after participants had received new removable prostheses. Comparisons between groups and among time points were performed with analysis of variance for repeated measures and the Tukey‐Kramer test (P 
ISSN:0305-182X
1365-2842
DOI:10.1111/joor.12592