Each of the following dental conditions increase the risk of malnutrition in older adults except one. Which one is the exception?

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Homeostatic mechanisms are the body processes that correct imbalances, such as the ability to increase absorption of a particular nutrient when its supply is deficient. Another example is retention of body water in times of dehydration. Loss of teeth, edentulous status, and conventional dentures negatively affect nutritional status because of their effect on food selection and ability to chew. For partially edentate individuals, nutrient intake decreases as the total number of teeth decreases. Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) is related to changes in esophageal motility and deterioration of nerve function, and it directly impacts nutritional status.

Each of the Following Dental Conditions Increase the Risk of Malnutrition