Effect of isometric exercises on the masseter muscle in older adults with missing dentition: a randomized controlled trial

Abstract Maintaining oral function in older individuals with missing teeth is important for leading a healthy and independent life. This study aimed to evaluate whether simple isometric exercises can maintain and improve the oral function [maximum occlusal force (MOF) and masticatory ability (MA)] a...

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Main Authors: S. Takano, Kohei Yamaguchi, K. Nakagawa, K. Yoshimi, A. Nakane, T. Okumura, H. Tohara
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2021-03-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-021-86807-w