Regular Antibacterial Photodynamic Therapy in the Elderly 24-hour Care

This study aims to determine the effectiveness of the Lumoral device on oral hygiene, inflammatory load, and dryness of mouth in elderly 24-hour care residents. The second aim is to investigate the usefulness and benefits of the aMMP-8 chair-side test and the Lumoral device in improving the oral hygiene of elderly people. In addition, the study will investigate the usability of Lumoral assessed by different care professionals to evaluate the need for oral care and plaque control procedures in elderly residents.

Inclusion Criteria:A 24-hour care resident;Understand and able to give consent to the study;At least 10 functional teeth in the mouth (including implants);Able to brush teeth and follow the instruction for use Lumoral treatment, based on the assessment by the nursing staff.Exclusion Criteria:Incapable of participating in the study based on the assessment of the nursing staffToothless or less than 10 functional teeth in the mouth (including implants)Unwilling or unable to give consent