Year: 2023
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Introduction: The loss of natural teeth, whether replaced with dentures or not, can affect quality of life, particularly oral health-related quality of life. The loss of one or more teeth causes functional impairment that has a very negative impact on quality of life. Severe tooth loss greatly affects a person's quality of life and affects their survival. Methods: This study used a descriptive approach with a cross-sectional design. The 97 samples in this study were taken by accidental sampling method. The research instrument used in this study was the OHIP-14 questionnaire. The research data were then processed and analyzed with the Pearson correlation test. Results: Pearson correlation analysis obtained p (<0.05) which indicates that there is a significant relationship between tooth loss and quality of life related to the oral cavity. Conclusion: Tooth loss is associated with quality of life related to the oral cavity. Therefore, promotive and preventive efforts for oral health need to be improved for better health.
Institution: Universitas Baiturrahmah
Language: English
Subfield: General Dentistry
Field: Dentistry
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4388745697