05/21/2026
🦷✨ Did you know your oral health may be connected to brain health?
A recent article highlights growing research linking gum disease, tooth loss, and chronic oral inflammation with an increased risk of cognitive decline and dementia.
While researchers are still studying the exact relationship, one key idea is emerging:
👉 Long-term inflammation in the mouth may contribute to inflammation in the rest of the body — including the brain.
The good news? Oral health is a modifiable risk factor, meaning daily habits and regular dental care may help support both your smile and your overall wellness.
Simple steps like:
✔ brushing twice daily
✔ flossing consistently
✔ routine dental cleanings
can go a long way toward protecting your oral health at every stage of life.
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Learn how oral health impacts dementia, cognition, and quality of life, discover what caregivers should look out for, by leading dementia care facility, Livewell