Bleeding Gums Linked to 61% Higher Alzheimer's Risk in 10-Year Study
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A recent scientific study has shown that indicators of the deterioration of gum health, including hemorrhaging of the gum and deep pockets around the teeth and degenerate of the gum, are linked to the high risk of dementia and Alzheimer ' s disease among older persons.
A study conducted in Japan, which followed approximately 1,400 people for 10 years, indicated a possible link between advanced gum problems and dementia. The study found that individuals experiencing severe gum bleeding and gum recession had a higher risk of developing dementia in later years.
Gum Bleeding May Be Linked to Higher Dementia Risk
A long-term study in Japan has found an association between certain gum problems and an increased risk of dementia. People who experienced gum bleeding were 56% more likely to develop dementia and 61% more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease compared with those who had lower levels of gum bleeding.
According to the results of a 10-year study in Japan involving approximately 1400 people, severe gum bleeding and gum recession are linked to a more than 50% increased risk of dementia in older adults. While the burden of dementia is rapidly increasing worldwide, the number of cases rose from approximately 20 million in 1990 to 44 million in 2016. Due to the aging population in many parts of the world, this number is expected to exceed 152 milli…
A 10-year Japanese study found that gum bleeding and receding gums may significantly increase the risk of dementia in older adults. The study examined the dental and brain health of 1,396 participants over the age of 60 who did not have dementia and found that gum problems may increase the risk of dementia, especially Alzheimer's disease, by up to 50 to 60 percent.
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