Examines the link between oral frailty and well-being in older adults, suggesting important connections.
Purpose: The epidemiological mechanisms linking poor oral health and oral function to declining well-being among older adults remain unclear. This study examined the association between oral frailty and well-being among community-dwelling older adults in Japan and explored potential mediating pathways across the physical, psychological, and social domains.
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