New research published in the journal Neurology suggests that brushing your teeth can boost the brain, helping to reduce the risk of dementia.
People with good dental hygiene had more neurons in the hippocampus, which plays a role in memory. Gum disease and tooth loss were linked to less gray matter and declining mental health. Regular visits to the dentist may help prevent Alzheimer's, according to scientists.
Lead author Dr. Satoshi Yamaguchi of Tohoku University in Japan highlighted the importance of evaluating the potential link between tooth loss, gum disease, and dementia.
