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Update Date: 2010/08/09 19:01 Lifestyle Center / Taipei Report
Do you, dear viewers, visit the dentist for a check-up every six months? This habit not only protects your teeth but also helps preserve your cognitive abilities. According to U.S. medical research, individuals with periodontal disease are nine times more likely to develop dementia in old age compared to those without.
The health of your teeth doesn’t just affect your oral cavity—it may also influence whether you develop Alzheimer’s disease later in life. American studies indicate that periodontal disease can contribute to neurodegeneration. Dr. Huang Yi-Hao, a dentist, explains, "Periodontal disease is a chronic inflammatory condition, and this persistent inflammation can cause varying degrees of harm, including damage to the cardiovascular and nervous systems."
A joint U.S.-Denmark medical team analyzed data from 152 individuals, studying the relationship between oral inflammation history and changes in IQ over a 20-year period from ages 50 to 70. They found that those with periodontal disease were nine times more likely to experience cognitive impairment by age 70. Current medical research confirms that periodontal disease patients have three times the risk of myocardial infarction and stroke compared to the general population. Pregnant women with periodontal disease also face an eightfold increase in the likelihood of preterm birth, making it a serious concern.
"Smoking is undoubtedly the most severe risk factor—it has been proven to contribute significantly to periodontal disease," warns Dr. Huang. He also notes that individuals with dentures are at high risk for periodontal disease. Beyond regular brushing and oral hygiene, scheduling professional dental cleanings can help prevent tartar buildup and subsequent periodontal disease. (Source: Era News reporters Zheng Zhi-Yin and Zhong Zhi-Wei)
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Study: Gum Disease Raises Alzheimer's Risk 9-Fold in Elderly
Do you, dear viewers, visit the dentist for a check-up every six months? This habit not only protects your teeth but also helps preserve your cognitive abilities. According to U.S. medical research, individuals with periodontal disease are nine times more likely to develop dementia in old age compared to those without.
The health of your teeth doesn’t just affect your oral cavity—it may also influence whether you develop Alzheimer’s disease later in life. American studies indicate that periodontal disease can contribute to neurodegeneration. Dr. Huang Yi-Hao, a dentist, explains, "Periodontal disease is a chronic inflammatory condition, and this persistent inflammation can cause varying degrees of harm, including damage to the cardiovascular and nervous systems."
A joint U.S.-Denmark medical team analyzed data from 152 individuals, studying the relationship between oral inflammation history and changes in IQ over a 20-year period from ages 50 to 70. They found that those with periodontal disease were nine times more likely to experience cognitive impairment by age 70. Current medical research confirms that periodontal disease patients have three times the risk of myocardial infarction and stroke compared to the general population. Pregnant women with periodontal disease also face an eightfold increase in the likelihood of preterm birth, making it a serious concern.
"Smoking is undoubtedly the most severe risk factor—it has been proven to contribute significantly to periodontal disease," warns Dr. Huang. He also notes that individuals with dentures are at high risk for periodontal disease. Beyond regular brushing and oral hygiene, scheduling professional dental cleanings can help prevent tartar buildup and subsequent periodontal disease. (Source: Era News reporters Zheng Zhi-Yin and Zhong Zhi-Wei)
Source: http:/ / tw. news. yahoo. com/ art……url/ d/ a/ 100809/ 17/ 2arzd. html