Dental Health and Dementia

Even small children learn how important thorough and regular brushing is. However, good oral hygiene contributes not only to sparkling white teeth and fresh breath. There are some scientific studies that have identified insufficient oral hygiene and untreated dental diseases as risk factors for the development of dementia. This is because inflammation in the...

Healthy teeth, healthy mind?

What do oral health and mental abilities have to do with each other? According to studies, there is a connection. For instance, people with memory problems might have worse teeth in the long run because it simply becomes more difficult for them to remember to brush their teeth regularly. A study from Great Britain has now shown that mental...