People with Parkinson’s disease who participated in a U.K. study said maintaining their oral health helped preserve their independence and well-being, although they faced challenges performing mouth care at home. Interviews with patients and care partners showed that Parkinson’s symptoms, including impaired hand control, fatigue, and balance issues, often made toothbrushing difficult. Despite these challenges, many patients were reluctant to acc…
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