Edentulism, Severe Tooth Loss and Lack of Functional Dentition in Elders: A Study in Southern Brazil

Abstract The aim of this study was to estimate self-reported prevalence of edentulism, severe tooth loss and lack of functional dentition in elders, and to identify potential associated factors. A population based cross-sectional study was carried out with 1,451 elders (≥60 years), in Pelotas, RS, Brazil. Crude and adjusted prevalence ratios were estimated using Poisson regressions. The prevalence of edentulism, severe tooth loss and lack of functional dentition was 39.3%, 60.9% and 82.7%, respectively. The factors positively associated with tooth loss in the three-degree severity were sex (females), older individuals, low familial income, low level of schooling and having the last dental visit longer than 24 months ago. The high prevalence of tooth loss in its different degrees of severity and the association with preventable factors highlight the need of programs focused on elders, emphasizing the prevention of tooth loss and need for prosthetic rehabilitation.

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Main Authors:	Ribeiro,Camila Garcez, Cascaes,Andreia Morales, Silva,Alexandre Emídio Ribeiro, Seerig,Lenise Menezes, Nascimento,Gustavo Giacomelli, Demarco,Flávio Fernando
Format:	Digital revista
Language:	English
Published:	Fundação Odontológica de Ribeirão Preto 2016
Online Access:	http://old.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0103-64402016000300345
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