Poor Oral Health May Raise Cognitive Decline, Dementia Risk
Poor periodontal health, as well as tooth loss, and deep periodontal pockets may increase the risk for both cognitive decline and dementia, a new review of 47 studies suggests.
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Poor periodontal health, as well as tooth loss, and deep periodontal pockets may increase the risk for both cognitive decline and dementia, a new review of 47 studies suggests.
Poor periodontal health and tooth loss are associated with increased risks for cognitive decline and dementia.
MONDAY, Sept. 12, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- Gum disease has far-reaching effects and may increase your odds of developing dementia, a new study suggests.
Poor periodontal health and tooth loss are associated with increased risks for cognitive decline and dementia.
A new review suggests that poor periodontal health negatively impacts cognition.