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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
Jessica Knibbs

Poor dental health linked to cognitive decline and increased dementia risk, claims study

Having poor dental health may be more damaging to your health than many would realise.

A number of studies have found how gum disease increases a person’s risk for heart problems including heart disease. Now, new research has also linked it to an increased risk for dementia.

Even more worrying is the difficulty many Brits are facing when it comes to dentist appointments. People across the country are unable to get NHS treatment with many having to resort to private care.

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