Even young children learn how important thorough and regular toothbrushing is. However, good oral hygiene contributes not only to sparkling white teeth and fresh breath. There are several 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 oral cavity can lead to inflammatory processes in the brain, which in turn can cause a decline in cognitive abilities.
However, there is another connection between dental health and dementia. Not only can poor dental health promote the development of dementia, but conversely, dementia can also lead to poor oral hygiene. As a result, people with dementia often find it difficult to take care of their personal oral hygiene independently due to their illness.
Prof. Dr. Thomas Kocher is a dentist and was, until 2021, the head of periodontology at the Center for Dental, Oral, and Maxillofacial Medicine at Ernst-Moritz-Arndt University of Greifswald. To this day, he researches the various health effects of dental diseases. In the upcoming webinar, he will provide insights into the connections between dental health and dementia.
Tuesday, November 22, 2022, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Anne Keefer
Research Associate, M.Sc.Moderation
Florian Weidinger
Research Associate M. Sc.Chatrooms and Support
