Strange as it might seem, there is a connection between Alzheimer’s disease and dental health! “People with chronic gum inflammation for 10 or more years were 70 percent more likely than people without periodontitis to develop Alzheimer’s disease.” Reuters Health
Periodontal disease, also called gum disease, is the significant presence of swollen pockets in your gums. Gingivitis is the precursor to periodontal disease and is characterized by red, swollen gums that bleed easily when touched. These pockets are bacteria-filled and create the low-grade inflammation that seems to connect periodontitis with Alzheimer’s disease and dental health.
Periodontitis can be prevented, however, with good, daily oral care habits such as brushing, flossing, rinsing, and sugar-free gum chewing, as well as seeing your dentist twice a year. Even if you have been diagnosed with periodontal disease, there are many ways to halt the progression of the disease before it’s too late. For More Information about Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, visit their website here. Take charge of your health today by requesting an appointment with one – a PERFECT TEETH Dentist today. Together we can fight periodontal disease and potentially reduce the number of people who develop Alzheimer’s disease.
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