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Introduction:Maintaining oral health with age is crucial for healthy longevity, as it is associated with improving the processes of swallowing, chewing, nutrition, communication, and socialization. This is an important indicator of overall health, well-being and quality of life. The poor condition of the oral cavity is characterized by tooth loss and periodontitis. They are widespread among the elderly, especially among people with weakness and cognitive impairment. The aim of the study was to assess the dental condition of the elderly people included in the study and its relationship with cognitive impairment. Materials and methods: this scientific study was conducted during 2022-2023 were examined in everyday practice at a dental clinic in Khimki. A total of 40 people aged 60 to 94 years were included in the study (the average age was 72.5±10.06 years), including 19 people with good cognitive status, 21 people with poor cognitive status. The study assessed the geriatric, dental and somatic status of patients. All patients who were diagnosed with cognitive decline were given individual recommendations for the treatment and prevention. Results:In the course of the study, it was found that there is heterogeneity of geriatric status in patients undergoing dental treatment. It turned out that 19 patients out of 47.5 % have an MMSE test score in the range of 28-30 points, which indicates the absence of cognitive impairment, and 21 patients (52.5%) have less than 28 points, which reveals cognitive impairment. One patient (2.5%) of the total number of examined patients was diagnosed with severe dementia. Conclusion:the present study showed that patients with dementia had a significant decrease in the hygienic status of the oral cavity, a progressive course of periodontal diseases, as well as significant tooth loss. The problem of impaired dental status in patients with cognitive dysfunctions requires further clinical interdisciplinary research to assess cognitive functions and oral health.
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