Category: dental health

Tooth Loss and Diabetes Increase Dementia Risk, Expert Explains Why

March 28, 2023
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Tooth loss, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s disease or dementia may seem like unrelated health issues. However, a growing body of evidence suggests that there may be a strong association between these conditions. A new study published in the Journal of Dental Research supports this link, indicating that individuals with tooth loss and diabetes may be at increased…

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Unhealthy Gums Could Up Your Odds for Dementia

September 23, 2022
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Gum disease has far-reaching effects and may increase your odds of developing dementia, a new study suggests. In a review of 47 previously published studies, researchers in Finland found that tooth loss, deep pockets around teeth in the gums, or bone loss in the tooth sockets was tied to a 21% higher risk of dementia…

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Only 1 in 3 Adults Surveyed Whiten Teeth Professionally, Experts Concerned.

March 17, 2022
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The Australian Dental Association have expressed their concern at the “downward trend” of teeth whitening treatments done by professionals as teeth whitening outside of professional supervision increases. According to ADA’s survey on a sample of 25,000 Australian adults, only “1 in 3 adults whitening their teeth and the supervision of a dental professional.” Whilst teeth…

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