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KMID : 0362120120340030315
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Journal of Technologic Dentistry
2012 Volume.34 No. 3 p.315 ~ p.324
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A Study on the Dental Prosthesis status and needs of Elderly in Korea (From the 2010 Korean National Examination Health and Nutrition survey)
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Jeong Hyo-Gyeong
Lee Jong-Do
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Abstract
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Purpose: The purpose of this study was to survey dental prosthesis and dental prosthesis needs of elderly for improving oral health status.
Methods: The data collected from ’The fifth Korean national health and nutrition examination survey 2010’ was analyzed in this study. Statistical analysis was done using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 19.0 for Windows. We determined frequencies and percentage, calculating means, and standard deviations, and determined statistical significance using cross-tabulation analysis, logistic regression analysis.
Results: General characteristics showed differences in mandible fixed crown bridge needs associated with periodontal disease. General characteristics showed differences in maxillar partial and full denture with gender, age, education, perceived oral health. General characteristics showed differences in mandible partial and full denture with age, residence, education, perceived oral health.
Conclusion: In order to improve oral health of the elderly, Dental prosthesis support policy and oral health policy are necessary.
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KEYWORD
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Elderly, Dental prosthesis status, Dental prosthesis needs
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