Relationship between oral perception and feeding and swallowing function: We are examining the relationship between changes in oral perception and feeding and swallowing function, with the aim of establishing an academic foundation in the evaluation of feeding and swallowing function using oral perception testing.
Oral and systemic health: Using data from cohort studies and cross-sectional studies, we are analyzing the relationship between lifestyle-related diseases and oral conditions.
Examination of the relationship between health checkup/examination behavior, health status, and lifestyle: We are analyzing the relationship between factors related to health checkup/examination behavior and oral health status among the members of the Japan Health Insurance Association.
Patients with eating and swallowing disorders and their primary caregivers: We are conducting research on the QOL of patients with eating and swallowing disorders and their primary caregivers.
Development of QOL/PRO scales and outcome studies using these scales: We conduct a wide range of studies on patient-reported outcomes such as QOL and symptoms, from scale development to cohort studies.
Health communication: We are analyzing newspaper articles on topics such as aspiration pneumonia and oral frailty.
Prevention of dental hygienist turnover and support for returning to work: We are conducting research on training programs aimed at preventing turnover and supporting the return of dental hygienists, as well as research on their effectiveness.
