Objective To develop an expert consensus statement (ECS) on the management of
dysphagia in head and neck cancer (HNC) patients to address controversies and offer …

Background: Oral hygiene is often neglected in clients receiving long-term care, suggesting
that long-term care workers require formal oral hygiene education. Thus, the aim of this …

Objective Tongue strength is crucial for safe and efficient oropharyngeal swallowing. This
study examined the effect of tongue-to-palate resistance training (TPRT) on anterior and …

Objective To explore the attitudes, facilitators and barriers in providing oral care for
inpatients with dysphagia post‐stroke as perceived by healthcare professionals …

Abstract Introduction Oral health therapists (OHTs) are a valuable resource for increasing
access to dental care for the frail elderly in nursing homes (NHs). However, OHTs face …

Although the highest attainable standard of health is a fundamental human right, oral health
is often not considered an important component of overall health. Older people experience …

Background People with special health care needs continue to have difficulties accessing
regular dental care partly due to oral health professionals feeling they lack the knowledge …

The aim of supportive management of motor neuron disease is to improve survival, promote
good quality of life and patient independence and autonomy whilst preparing for future …

Aim The aim of this study was to investigate the knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors of
dysphagia clinicians regarding oral health care. Methodology and Results An 11‐question …

Nil per os (NPO), also referred to as Nil by Mouth (NBM), is a health-related intervention of
withholding food and fluids. When implemented in the context of a person with dysphagia …