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Gum disease. Dementia risk?!

Severe gingivitis (or periodontal disease) not just causes teeth to rock, but a threat that can reach the brain! 🧠

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🗃️ research reveals that there is a relationship between periodontal disease and changes in brain structure, which can increase the risk of dementia and amnesia in the future!

🔍 How does gum disease hurt the brain?

▶ Inflammation invasion.

Periodontal disease is a chronic inflammatory condition. When the gums are infected, bacteria and inflammatory substances enter the bloodstream.

▶. Traces of damage.

These inflammatory substances travel to the brain and damage small blood vessels, causing traces called White Matter Hyperintensities (WMH), where researchers found that people with gum disease clearly have more WMH in their brains than people with healthy gums!

▶. The consequences.

Having a high dose of WMH is an important sign that the brain is aging faster than usual and is linked to cognitive regression (reduced memory), risk of amnesia or dementia in the future!

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Oral health care is a worthwhile investment. Do not let the small problems that can be prevented physically harm before late. Starting today. For the long-term quality of life!

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Cite relevant research from Neurology Open Access.

👉 Link: https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/WN9.0000000000000037

Note: The information in this post is for educational purposes only. It cannot be a substitute for medical diagnosis. A doctor should be consulted for accurate diagnosis and treatment.

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