Weight gain secondary to edema can result in: (Select all that apply.)

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Weight changes,often occurring in older adults,can be a reason for an ill-fitting dental appliance.Weight gain,usually secondary to edema,results in a tight-fitting denture,which can cause ulcerations.Associated pain,difficulty chewing,or not wearing the appliance can contribute to malnutrition.Note that weight loss resulting in loose-fitting dentures also can increase risk of ulcerations.

Weight Gain Secondary to Edema Can Result In: (Select All