Biology and Medicine

Katsuhiko Kimoto

Publications

• Research Article
  The Effects of Prosthetic Treatment on Oral Candidiasis
  Author(s): Noriyuki Hoshi, Yusuke Arai, Norishige Kawanishi, Tomonari Kumasaka, Kinya Tanaka and Katsuhiko KimotoNoriyuki Hoshi, Yusuke Arai, Norishige Kawanishi, Tomonari Kumasaka, Kinya Tanaka and Katsuhiko Kimoto
  
  Background: Oral candidiasis is known as an infection that not only causes various oral symptoms but also affects the entire body. Since salivary flow is involved, we investigated whether the improvement of salivary flow by denture treatment could counteract the symptoms of oral candidiasis. Methods: The study population consisted of 46 denture-wearing patients (mean age: 74.8 ± 2.2 years) who were examined at Kanagawa Dental University Hospital. We tested Candida, salivary flow measurement, oral symptom confirmation, and masticatory performance, and conducted denture treatment. We compared test results with measurements taken after completion of the denture treatment. Results: The individuals in whom candida was present exhibited significantly decreased salivary flow during both rest and stimulation. In addition, they exhibited several oral symptoms along with decreased mastic.. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/0974-8369.1000397

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