scholarly journals Oral Health-Related Quality of Life of Greek Adults: A Cross-Sectional Study

2011 ◽  
Vol 2011 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
William Papaioannou ◽  
Constantine J. Oulis ◽  
Demetra Latsou ◽  
John Yfantopoulos
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Functional Limitation ◽  
Greek Language ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Greek Adults

Purpose. The aim of the present study was to investigate the impact of oral health status on the quality of life of adults in different regions of Greece, using the Oral Health Impact Profile-short form (OHIP-14).Methods. A random sample consisting of a total of 504 Greek adults between the ages of 35–44 years (mean 39.1 ± 3.5) was selected from different urban and rural areas, and face-to-face interviews were conducted using the validated Greek language OHIP-14. Associations of the total OHIP-14 score and its 7 sub-scales along with the self-perceived quality of life were evaluated with Spearman's correlations.Results. The subjects had an overall weighted OHIP-14 score of 1.1 (sd 1.9). No significant differences were found for either rural or non-metropolitan areas when compared to urban or metropolitan regions. High scores of above 2 were determined for functional limitation, physical pain, handicap, and the psychological discomfort scales. The education level of the subjects had a significant positive impact on the quality of life of the subjects.Conclusions. Dental and oral health conditions are factors that do impact on the quality of life of individuals.

scholarly journals Health-related quality of life of patients undergoing rehabilitation with implant-supported prostheses

RSBO ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 163
Author(s):  
Monalisa Klingenfuss Klingenfuss ◽  
Denise Piotto Leonardi ◽  
Estela Maris Losso ◽  
Tatiana Miranda Deliberador ◽  
Bárbara Pick Ornaghi
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Statistical Difference ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Functional Limitation ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related

The success of oral reabilitation treatment depend on the re-establishment of the masticatory function and oral comfort of the patient. Objective: To evaluate the oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) of patients undergoing rehabilitation with implant-supported prostheses by Oral Health Impact Profile - short form questionnaire (OHIP-14) and a questionnaire associated to the Visual Analog Scale (VAS). Material and methods: Fourteen patients requiring implant-supported prostheses on anterior region were asked to complete the OHIP-14 before, 1 and 3 months, and the VAS questionnaire, 1 and 3 months after the prosthesis installation (sample group). Moreover, fourteen complete dentate patients were asked to complete the OHIP-14 (control group). For each OHIP-14 category, the sample group’s answers were compared between the evaluation periods by the Kruskal-Wallis test, and to the control group’s answers by the U-test. The answers of the questionnaire associated to VAS were compared between the evaluation periods by t-test ( α=0.05). Results: For OHIP-14, there was no statistical difference between the answers after 1 and 3 months; however, there was difference among the answers of baseline, and 1 and 3 months after the prostheses installation, excepted for functional limitation. Comparing to the control group, before the prostheses installation, there was statistical difference for functional limitation, physical pain, psychological discomfort, physical and psychological disability; and, there was no difference after 3 months of prostheses installation. For the questionnaire associated to the VAS, there was no statistical difference between the responses for both evaluation periods, excepted for the prosthesis’ comfort and stability. Conclusion: The rehabilitated patients showed a significant improvement in function, aesthetics, self-esteem, and the quality of life.

scholarly journals The positive impact of dental care on the patient's quality of life after cancer treatment: a case report

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (9) ◽  
pp. e650997639
Author(s):  
Caroline Gomes Carvalho ◽  
João Victor Frazão Câmara ◽  
Paulo Sérgio da Silva Santos
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Cancer Treatment ◽  
Dental Treatment ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Antineoplastic Treatment ◽  
After Cancer ◽  
The Impact

Objective: To report the case of a patient after cancer treatment and evaluate the impact of oral health on quality of life, through the Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-14) before, during, and after dental treatment. Methodology: A patient after antineoplastic treatment attended the clinic specialized. In all consultations, OHIP-14 was applied. Case report: A 68-year-old man diagnosed with keratinizing squamous cell carcinoma of the larynx (T3N0MX), undergoing chemotherapy and adjuvant radiotherapy (2878.2 Grays) and vertical partial laryngectomy surgery without ganglionic emptying. After CT, he complained of tooth loss and discomfort in the tongue after radiotherapy. Ex-drinker for 5 years, ex-smoker for 6 months, but alcoholic for> 10 years and smoker <50 years. Side effects of antineoplastic treatment included labial dryness, hyposalivation, dental fractures, residual roots, changes in swallowing, pain during mouth opening, and cervical movement. The results OHIP-14 was medium (17.85), weak (3.52), weak (2.84) and null impact of oral health on quality of life in the initial consultation, throughout the dental treatment, at the end of dental treatment and 1 year and 2 months after dental treatment, respectively. There was a high impact on psychological discomfort (3.55), medium on psychological disability (1.6), and functional limitation (2.04), in 2015, 2017, and 2018, respectively. Conclusion: The performance of the dentist on the late oral effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy had a positive impact on improving the quality of life after cancer treatment, with the help of the multidisciplinary team. 

scholarly journals The impact of oral rehabilitation on quality of life by installing a fixed prosthesis with immediate loading in edentulous mandibles

2017 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 47
Author(s):  
Pamella Valente Palma ◽  
Eduardo Machado Vilela ◽  
Isabel Cristina Gonçalves Leite
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Functional Limitation ◽  
Immediate Loading ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
Outpatient Basis ◽  
Font Size ◽  
Oral Rehabilitation ◽  
The Impact

<p><strong><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: medium;">Objective:</span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: medium;"> This study assessed the impact of oral rehabilitation with immediate-loading fixed prostheses on the quality of life of patients with mandibular edentulism. </span><strong><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: medium;">Materials and Methods:</span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: medium;"> A longitudinal study was conducted on an outpatient basis. The sample included 14 patients over 18 years of age, treated in the Implantology Specialization programs of the Brazilian Dental Association (in Juiz de Fora, Brazil) and the School of Dentistry, Federal University of Juiz de Fora. Participants were interviewed about identification data, self-perceived general health and oral health, and socioeconomic data. The Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-14) was used. After the Kolmogorov-Smirnov normality test, the OHIP-14 central tendency values were compared using the Wilcoxon paired test with a 5% significance level. </span><strong><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: medium;">Results:</span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: medium;"> The overall mean found for the quality of life questionnaire was 30.14 (before) and 48.93 (after). There was a significant reduction of impact in all areas in the post-surgical period, except for functional limitation. No impact was identified for the dimensions of physical pain and disability after installing implants. </span><strong><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: medium;">Conclusion:</span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: medium;"> Prosthetic rehabilitation and self-perception have high impact on oral health, thus emphasizing the need for care, careful observation of all the factors that may have an influence on infirmities, and not only their signs and symptoms.</span></p>

scholarly journals Oral Health-Related Quality Of Life of Pre-School Children: Review and Perspectives for New Instruments

2020 ◽  
Vol 31 (6) ◽  
pp. 568-581
Author(s):  
Matheus França Perazzo ◽  
Paulo Antônio Martins-Júnior ◽  
Lucas Guimarães Abreu ◽  
Flávio Freitas Mattos ◽  
Isabela Almeida Pordeus ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Preschool Children ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Oral Conditions ◽  
The Impact

Abstract This study aimed to describe different approaches for the evaluation of the Oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) of preschool children and to discuss perspectives for future instruments. The OHRQoL is a concept that surpasses an exclusively clinical perception and includes functional, social, emotional, and environmental issues. The measure of OHRQoL represents a holistic approach for researchers and clinicians extending their visions beyond the mouth and understanding the entire context of the patient. Negative impacts of oral conditions on OHRQoL in childhood can reflect on health development, especially in a life stage marked by social and cognitive maturation. Instruments have been developed and cross-culturally adapted to evaluate the impact of oral conditions on the OHRQoL of preschool children and their families. Some features distinguish these instruments and influence their selection, such as: self- or proxy-report; generic- or specific-condition; long- or short-form, and less or more established used in literature. Moreover, theoretical framework, construct validation and availability should also be considered. Nine OHRQoL instruments for preschool children were included in the present literature review. They were created between 2003 and 2017 by developed countries in most cases. The shorter instrument has five items, and the larger has 31 items. Most of them are proxy-reported, generic-condition, and have been relatively well established in the literature. The diversity of instruments indicates the evolution of OHRQoL studies, but there are methodological issues still in need to be improved in future developments or cross-cultural adaptations, according to current psychometric evidence.

scholarly journals The impact of oral health on the quality of life in elderly patients

2020 ◽  
Vol 37 (3) ◽  
pp. 231-240
Author(s):  
Milena Kostić ◽  
Marko Igić ◽  
Ana Pejčić
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Elderly Patients ◽  
Social Life ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Subjective Assessment ◽  
Self Confidence ◽  
Edentulous Patients ◽  
The Impact

Poor oral hygiene and diseases of the teeth and oral tissues can affect all aspects of patients' lives. The aim of the study was to determine the subjective assessment of oral and general health and their impact on the quality of life in elderly patients. The research included 46 patients, geriatric center users, who were asked questions from a three-part questionnaire. The first part of the questionnaire referred to the basic sociodemografic data. The second part of the questionnaire was the modified Oral Impacts of Daily Performance (OIDP), followed by an assessment of general and oral health by the patient. Likert's five-step scale (1 - 5) determined the frequency and intensity of the difficulties encountered, as well as the subjective assessment of the state of health. Based on the modified OIDP questionnaire, we found that all patients had some difficulties due to oral complaints. Even 86.96% of patients, due to with the existence of oral symptoms, experienced eating disorders, difficulties in enjoying food, laughing and showing teeth without any discomfort, as well as enjoying socializing with other people. Patients with partial edentulism had higher OIDP scores than edentulous patients. OIDP scores did not depend on sex, marital status, or on the educational structure of patients. Respondents with serious difficulties had a statistically significantly higher need for dental interventions. Improvement of oral health and frequent dental examinations could improve the functions of the orofacial system, the appearance and self-confidence of patients, which would have a positive impact on their social life.

scholarly journals Dentofacial deformity and quality of life: a case control study

RSBO ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 24-09
Author(s):  
Marcelo Carlos Bortoluzzi ◽  
Cintia Cella ◽  
Suelen Franke Haus
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Health Impact ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
Dentofacial Deformity ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
The Impact

Dentofacial deformity (DFD) may be defined as facial and dental disproportions great enough to affect significantly the individual’s quality of life (QoL). Objective: This study aimed to verify and compare the impacts of and differences in QoL in individuals with and without DFD. Material and methods: The impact of DFD on QoL was evaluated through the following questionnaires: Short Form Health Survey (SF36), a generic Oral Health Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL) questionnaire (Oral Health Impact Profile Questionnaire – OHIP-49), a condition-specific questionnaire for DFD (Orthognathic Quality of Life Questionnaire – OQLQ) and a single question answered by Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). Results: Greater and negative impacts on QoL were observed in patients with DFD in all domains of OQLQ and OHIP; and in two domains of SF36: emotional well-being and social functioning. Conclusion: DFD greatly and negatively impacted on QoL of individuals with DFD greater mainly evidenced through general and specific OHRQoL questionnaires.

scholarly journals Impacts of Orthognathic Surgery on Patient Satisfaction, Overall Quality of Life, and Oral Health-Related Quality of Life: A Systematic Literature Review

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-15 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rodrigo Zamboni ◽  
Flávio Renato Reis de Moura ◽  
Myrian Camara Brew ◽  
Elken Gomes Rivaldo ◽  
Marcylene Arruda Braz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Patient Satisfaction ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Orthognathic Surgery ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Present Systematic Review

Several treatments have been suggested to correct dentofacial abnormalities, including orthognathic surgery. The aim of the present systematic review was to assess the impact of orthognathic surgery on patient satisfaction, overall quality of life, quality of life related to oral health—and to orthognathic surgery in particular—among adult patients. Two investigators independently reviewed the available literature in the databases PubMed/MEDLINE, LILACS, SciELO, EMBASE, Trip, and Google Scholar (gray literature) based on the keywords “orthognathic surgery” and “quality of life.” An analysis of bias was performed based on the MINORS (methodological index for nonrandomized studies). A total of 245 relevant studies were retrieved from the databases, and 6 additional studies were located after a manual search of the references. Following selection based on titles, abstracts, and full-text analysis, 30 studies were included in the present systematic review. To evaluate quality of life before and after orthognathic surgery, 12 studies applied the surgery-related Orthognathic Quality of Life Questionnaire (OQLQ), 12 used the Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-14), and 4 used the Short Form Health Survey (SF-36). Orthognathic surgery results in improvements in quality of life both physically and psychosocially after surgery and is associated with high rates of patient satisfaction.

scholarly journals Malocclusion, Dental Caries and Oral Health-Related Quality of Life: A Comparison between Adolescent School Children in Urban and Rural Regions in Peru

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (6) ◽  
pp. 2038 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Cadenas de Llano-Pérula ◽  
Estela Ricse ◽  
Steffen Fieuws ◽  
Guy Willems ◽  
Maria Fernanda Orellana-Valvekens
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Health Impact ◽  
Access To Treatment ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Urban And Rural Areas

Rural, isolated areas benefit less from caries prevention programs and access to treatment than urban areas, and, hence, differences in oral health can be expected. This study aims to assess the prevalence of caries and malocclusion in urban and rural areas of Peru and to compare them with patients’ oral health perception. A total of 1062 adolescents were examined in five schools of rural (Titicaca) and urban (Lima and Cuzco) areas in Peru. Decay Missing Filled Teeth’s Surfaces, the Index of Complexity, Outcome and Need and the Child Oral Health Impact Profile short form-19 (COHIP-SF 19) were used to assess caries, severity of malocclusion and Oral Health Quality of Life, respectively. Significant differences in the prevalence (p = 0.001) and degree of caries (p = 0.001) were found between regions. The prevalence of caries was the highest in Cuzco (97.65%), followed by Titicaca (88.81%) and Lima (76.42%). The severity of malocclusion was the lowest in Titicaca. There was a negative relation between malocclusion, caries and COHIP-SF 19, with no evidence of a difference between the regions. This suggests that the higher the prevalence of caries and the more severe the malocclusion, the poorer the perception of oral health. In our study, rural areas presented a lower severity of malocclusion than urban areas.

A Quality-of-Life Comparison Between Self-Aligning and Ball Attachment Systems for 2-Implant–Retained Mandibular Overdentures

2011 ◽  
Vol 37 (sp1) ◽  
pp. 167-173 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hakan Bilhan ◽  
Onur Geckili ◽  
Tonguc Sulun ◽  
Tayfun Bilgin
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Physical Disability ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Functional Limitation ◽  
Health Impact ◽  
The Self ◽  
Rank Test ◽  
System P

The aim of this study was to evaluate the self-aligning overdenture attachment system by comparing its oral health–related quality of life (OHRQL) with a traditionally used ball attachment system. In this randomized, within-subject crossover trial, 25 edentulous subjects each received 2 mandibular implants, and were then assigned to receive either self-aligning or traditional ball attachments. After 3 months, all subjects were switched to the second attachment type. The OHRQL was evaluated for both of the treatments using the short form of the Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-14). A subanalysis among subjects with below-average space available for attachment placement was also performed. Wilcoxon signed-rank test was used to compare differences between groups. Scores on the OHIP-14 physical disability domain were significantly better for the self-aligning attachment system (P  =  .049). Among subjects with below-average attachment space, functional limitation, psychological discomfort, physical disability, psychological disability, and total OHIP-14, scores were significantly better for the self-aligning attachment system (P  =  .041, P  =  .047, P  =  .048, P  =  .026, and P  =  .005, respectively). The self-aligning attachment system for 2-implant–retained mandibular overdentures is equal or superior to traditional ball attachments in all domains of the OHIP-14.

scholarly journals Impact of Oral Health on Quality of Life in Relation to Dental Caries and Social Determinants in Venezuelan Migrants Lima-2019

2021 ◽  
pp. 354-367
Author(s):  
Marco I. Quintanilla-Cohello ◽  
Carmen R. García-Rupaya
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Dental Caries ◽  
Social Determinants ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Sociodemographic Factors ◽  
Dmft Index ◽  
The Impact

Objective: To evaluate the results of the impact of oral health on quality of life through the OHIP-14 in relation to dental caries and social determinants in Venezuelan migrants. Methodology: A cross-sectional study was carried out in a population of 350 Venezuelan migrants (30.1±7.4 years; 52% Men). Where to evaluate the impact of oral health on quality of life, the “Oral Health Impact Profile Spanish version Lima” questionnaire (OHIP-14sp Lima) was used, contrasting with both clinical (DMFT index) and sociodemographic factors, in order to determine the influence of these on the instrument. The impact of oral health on quality of life (OHIP-14) was determined, according to the average general score and by dimensions. Subsequently, a clinical examination was carried out evaluating the presence of dental caries lesions (DMFT Index) and sociodemographic data were collected through a survey. Results: The average of the OHIP-14sp Lima generated a negative impact of 10.6% on the migrant population. The dimension of "Psychological Discomfort" was the one that showed a higher frequency of negative impact with a percentage of 38.3%. Conclusion: The results of the OHIP-14 sp Lima in the total of evaluated migrants were low in percentage terms, generating mostly an average of a positive impact. However, it cannot be ruled out that sociodemographic factors such as sex and levels of education; they were factors that did generate a negative impact, significantly affecting the results observed in one or more of the dimensions evaluated using the OHIP-14 instrument in the present study.

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