Assessment of subjective and objective masticatory function among elderly individuals with mild cognitive impairment.

Background: Masticatory function is known to be related to cognitive ability; therefore, factors for improving masticatory function should be identified.

Aims: This study aimed to identify factors influencing masticatory function associated with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) in elderly individuals.

Methods: A total of 123 elderly participants [mean age: 76.

Importance of Photography Education to Improve Image Quality for Accurate Remote Diagnoses in Dental Trauma Patients: Observational Study.

Background: High-quality photos are critical for the remote diagnosis of dental trauma and thus are beneficial to the prognosis. The quality of the images obtained using a cell phone depends on the level of dental and photography knowledge of the person who is taking the photos.

Objective: This study aimed to determine the efficacy of photography education in improving images used for the remote diagnosis of dental trauma.