Gum disease found to greatly increase risk of cognitive decline

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By Dena Schmidt, staff writer

(NaturalHealth365) Gum disease and bleeding gums are unpleasant conditions that could lead to more serious health problems, including cardiovascular issues, a decline in organ health and decreased immunity. But, now, there’s new evidence that unhealthy gums can lead to brain disorders like, dementia.

Don’t ignore the signs of poor health: Gum disease is an oral health issue often characterized by bleeding gums, foul breath, mouth pain, ulcers, bone loss and tooth loss. In addition, it’s been linked to accelerated cognitive decline in persons with Alzheimer’s disease.

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