17/09/2026
Your hygienist could be your best friend 🦷💜
A new 10-year study explains why.
Researchers in Japan followed nearly 1,400 adults over 60 for a decade. Those with the most gum bleeding were 54% more likely to develop dementia - and 61% more likely to develop Alzheimer's. 🧠
The suspected link? Chronic inflammation from gum disease, which may travel far beyond the mouth.
The study can't prove gum disease causes dementia - but it's one more reason not to ignore bleeding gums. The good news is that gum disease is preventable and treatable, and regular hygienist visits are one of the simplest ways to stay on top of it. ✅
Our latest blog breaks down what the study found and what it means for you.
📖 Read the full blog:
🔗 https://www.williamplacedental.co.uk/single-post/bleeding-gums-and-dementia-what-a-10-year-study-found
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