Perceived xerostomia, stress and periodontal status impact on elderly oral health-related quality of life: findings from a cross-sectional survey

• Hoofdauteurs: João Botelho (Auteur), Vanessa Machado (Auteur), Luís Proença (Auteur), Maria João Oliveira (Auteur), Maria Alzira Cavacas (Auteur), Luís Amaro (Auteur), Artur Águas (Auteur), José João Mendes (Auteur)
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• Gepubliceerd in: BMC, 2020-07-01T00:00:00Z.
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Abstract Background To investigate if self-perceived xerostomia and stress are significant variables on the Oral-Health Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL) of elderly patients, considering the periodontal status, oral hygiene habits and sociodemographic characteristics simultaneously. Methods The study...