Aging is the physiologic change that occurs over time. In humans, this change occurs at
different rates and are related to lifestyle, environment and genetics. It can be challenging to …

Background Masticatory dysfunction impacts food selection, nutritional intake and social
activities; all of which play a vital role to ensure good general health and quality of life …

The present study aimed investigate the age and gender influence on maximal molar bite
force and at outlining the criteria for normal masticatory muscle development in a sample of …

No consensus has been reached regarding the best occlusal scheme for making complete
dentures. Thus, the purpose of this systematic review was to compare bilateral balanced …

Complete dentures should satisfy patients' needs for comfort, function and aesthetics. Thirty
edentulous patients were enrolled in this study. Two sets of complete dentures were made …

Aim Elderly individuals face the risk of reductions in saliva secretion and occlusal force
caused by systemic diseases or medications that can eventually result in malnutrition and …

Chewing exercises have been applied in clinical settings to improve the occlusal force and
function of the masseter muscle in elderly individuals. However, the clinical relevance and …

The aim of the current systematic review was to summarize and to evaluate the available
information on the effectiveness of oral exercise in improving the masticatory function of …

This study is aimed at investigating the effects of synchronized neuromuscular electrical
stimulation (NMES) and chewing exercises on bite force and the masseter muscle thickness …

Until now, no study has investigated the effects of masticatory muscle training on chewing
function in people with dementia. This study aimed to investigate whether physiotherapeutic …