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OBM Geriatrics , Volume 10 , Issue 3 (2026)

Pages: 30

Published: November 2026

(This book is a printed edition that was published in OBM Geriatrics)

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Cover story: Homebound older adults rely on caregivers for oral hygiene, yet many have unresolved oral health problems and limited access to dental care. This mixed-methods study found home dental care remains poorly integrated into primary healthcare. Structured protocols, caregiver guidance, periodic assessments, and dental team participation are needed to improve care. View this paper.

Volume 10,Issue 3

Open Access Original Research

Home Dental Care to Homebound Older Adults in Primary Healthcare: A Mixed-Method Study

Received: 30 October 2025;  Published: 19 August 2026;  doi: 10.21926/obm.geriatr.2603341

Abstract

The study aimed to understand the provision of home dental care for homebound older adults within the context of primary healthcare. A mixed-methods, concurrent, parallel, and cross-sectional study was conducted. Quantitative data were collected from 123 homebound older adults through structured questionnaires and oral examinations and analyzed using descriptive and bivariate statistics. Qualitative data were collected through interviews with 37 homebound older adults and/or caregivers and eight [...]

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Anti-Aging Interventions: The Biochemistry of the Holistic Approach for Skin Aging

Received: 05 January 2026;  Published: 23 July 2026;  doi: 10.21926/obm.geriatr.2603340

Abstract

Aging is defined as the accumulation of damage, and several factors have been recognized as “factors of aging”. A sensible holistic approach is appropriate to reduce the rate of accumulation of damage, while maintaining the well-being of the individual. The holistic approach of L-Raphael defines seven fields of intervention: Outdoor management, Physical management, Medical management, Nutritional management, Stress management, Aesthetic management, and Leisure management. These interventions app [...]
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