Effects of gum chewing exercises on saliva secretion and occlusal force in community-dwelling elderly individuals: A pilot study

摘要

AimElderly 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 systemic complications. We tested the hypothesis that regular gum chewing exercises (GCE) would enhance saliva secretion and occlusal force in an elderly population.