Is Periodontal Disease Connected to Alzheimer’s?
Posted May 09, 2019 in Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease, also known as periodontitis, is associated with accumulation of the bacteria P. gingivalis in the affected areas of the mouth. In a 2019 study published in Science Advances, researchers discovered evidence that may suggest a connection between periodontal disease and Alzheimer’s. After examining the spinal fluid, saliva, and brain tissue of individuals afflicted […]
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