Frequency and Contributing Factors of Oral Frailty in Geriatric Patients Undergoing Elective Surgery: Insights from a Secondary Analysis of a Cross-Sectional Study - Takeaways - DentalSpire

Frequency and Contributing Factors of Oral Frailty in Geriatric Patients Undergoing Elective Surgery: Insights from a Secondary Analysis of a Cross-Sectional Study

  • By

  • Shizhao Wang

  • Keying Li

  • Yingchuan Zhang

  • Jiameng Yang

  • Rongtian Kang

  • Lining Huang

  • April 21, 2026

  • 0 min

Share

  • 1

    The prevalence of oral frailty among elderly patients undergoing elective surgery was found to be 43.0%.

  • 2

    Factors associated with oral frailty included age, female gender, frailty, reduced number of natural teeth, and cognitive dysfunction.

  • 3

    Oral frailty negatively impacts postoperative recovery and is linked to various systemic health conditions.

  • 4

    This study highlights the need for preventive management measures to address oral frailty in elderly surgical patients.

  • 5

    The findings aim to inform strategies for perioperative oral health management in vulnerable elderly populations.

Original Source(s)

Frequency and Contributing Factors of Oral Frailty in Geriatric Patients Undergoing Elective Surgery: Insights from a Secondary Analysis of a Cross-Sectional Study

  • by Shizhao Wang, Keying Li, Yingchuan Zhang, Jiameng Yang, Rongtian Kang, Lining Huang

  • April 21, 2026

Related Content

Curbing Drug-Related Halitosis for Closer Moments

Individuals who have drug-related halitosis may need to take additional steps to prioritize oral health before intimate encounters.

Oral Health–Related Quality of Life After Gastric Bypass Surgery

Periodontal Health Interventions May Lower Stroke Risk

Meta-analysis associates periodontal care with reduced ischemic stroke incidence.