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Oral Bacteria Linked to Cognitive Function in Older Adults

A study by the University of Exeter found a correlation between specific oral bacteria and cognitive function in 115 adults over 50, with higher levels of Neisseria associated with better cognitive performance and Porophyromonas linked to decline, suggesting potential for interventions targeting the...

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Oral Bacteria Linked to Cognitive Function in Older Adults

A study of 115 individuals over 50 found that high levels of Neisseria bacteria in the mouth correlated with better cognitive function, while high levels of Porophyromonas (linked to periodontitis) correlated with worse cognitive function, suggesting a potential link between oral health and brain he...

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1000 Days of Gold: Oral Health's Critical Window

This article discusses the importance of the first 1000 days of life (from conception to age two) for establishing lifelong oral health, emphasizing nutrition, hygiene, and preventive care.

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Oral Microbiome Linked to Cognitive Decline: Implications for Dementia Prevention

A new study of 120 older adults links specific oral bacteria to cognitive decline, adding to evidence connecting poor oral health (affecting up to 62% of adults) with Alzheimer's disease, a condition affecting over 55 million people globally.

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Oral Bacteria Linked to Cognitive Function in Older Adults

A study of 115 individuals over 50 by the University of Exeter linked specific oral bacteria, such as Neisseria and Porphyromonas, to varying cognitive performance, suggesting potential future interventions for age-related cognitive decline.

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