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Fungsi Pengunyahan dan Gangguan Kognitif  Terkait Kehilangan Gigi Pada Lansia Rani Rahayu, Elma; Asia, Rr. Asyurati; Ayu Ratih Utari Mayun, I Gusti
Jurnal Kedokteran Gigi Terpadu Vol. 7 No. 1 (2025): Jurnal Kedokteran Gigi Terpadu
Publisher : Fakultas Kedokteran Gigi Universitas Trisakti

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25105/jkgt.v7i1.23858

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Background: Aging causes various changes, including in the oral cavity tissues. The WHO recommends that elderly individuals aged ≥ 60 years should have at least 20 functional teeth to support their quality of life. Tooth loss in the elderly affects chewing function, psychological well-being, and cognitive function. Objectives: To determine the relationship between tooth loss in the elderly on masticatory function and cognitive impairment. Conclusion: Older adults with >12 missing teeth are more vulnerable to decreased masticatory function and cognitive impairment.