The study found that gum disease and tooth loss were linked to brain shrinkage in the hippocampus, which plays a role in memory and Alzheimer's disease. The study does not prove that gum disease or ...

Gum disease and tooth loss are linked to shrinkage of the hippocampus, an area of the brain crucial for memory. The corresponding study was published in Neurology. Previous studies suggest that tooth ...

Gum disease and tooth loss are linked to hippocampal atrophy and may have a more negative impact on the brain than aging, new research suggests. Investigators found that in a late middle-aged and ...

A new study showed that the state of your dental health may be linked to the wellness of your brain. The shrinkage of the hippocampus, which is the part of the brain that controls a person's memory ...

One of the challenges of gum disease is that it often develops quietly. Many patients do not experience pain in the early stages, which can lead to delays in seeking professional care. Common warning ...