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Not taking care of your mouth and teeth has already been associated with heart disease, diabetes, certain cancers and preterm birth. Now, a new study finds that folks with gum disease or tooth loss have evidence of shrinkage within the hippocampus, a brain area essential for memory.
And here’s the link to the study: https://n.neurology.org/content/early/2023/07/05/WNL.0000000000207579
Brushing and flossing (good oral hygiene in general) is linked to a multitude of health conditions
https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/dental/art-20047475
