Tooth loss may be linked to higher rates of depression, suggesting that oral health can affect mental well-being through physical effects, as well as cognitive factors. This study was recently ...

Some may assume that losing teeth is just part of growing older. Around 11% of adults between the ages of 65 and 74 have lost all of their teeth, according to 2020 data from the U.S. Centers for ...

Weight gain was linked to the number of teeth and functional tooth units/molars, functional tooth units/posterior and ...

When we think of losing teeth, it’s often associated with aging or an unfortunate accident. However, losing even five permanent teeth can have a dramatic and sometimes unexpected impact on your ...

Tooth loss may be linked to cognitive decline in older adults, potentially leading to damage in brain regions critical for memory formation and retention even when they maintain good nutrition, ...

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — A new dental facility in Louisville is aiming to address a common health issue, tooth loss, while ...

Prior research has documented associations between tooth loss and cognitive decline. Building on this previous work, a recent npj Aging study assessed the specific brain regions that are impacted by ...

Weight gain is significantly associated with having fewer teeth or losing the bone and gums that support teeth, researchers ...

Preventing pulpitis involves good oral hygiene practices such as regular brushing, flossing, and dental check-ups.