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28/05/2026

Tooth loss may be linked to changes in brain health, researchers suggest.

Researchers analyzing data from more than 34,000 adults found that tooth loss was associated with a higher risk of cognitive impairment and dementia. The findings also suggested that the risk increased gradually as more teeth were lost.

Scientists believe several factors may help explain this connection. Missing teeth can reduce chewing efficiency, which may affect brain stimulation and nutrition over time. Gum disease — one of the leading causes of tooth loss — has also been linked to chronic inflammation that may influence overall health, including the brain.

Researchers additionally observed that older adults with missing teeth who used dentures had lower rates of cognitive impairment compared with those who did not use dentures.

While more research is still needed, the findings highlight the importance of protecting oral health throughout life — not only for the mouth, but potentially for healthy aging as well.

Source: NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing | Published in JAMDA: The Journal of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine.

26/05/2026

Scientists are now finding that deep infections around the root of a tooth can trigger chronic inflammation throughout the body — and may even interfere with blood sugar control.

These infections, known as apical infections, are often painless and can remain unnoticed for years until they appear on a dental X-ray. Researchers found that people who underwent root canal treatment for these infections often showed lower inflammation levels and improved blood sugar regulation afterward.

This does not mean root canals treat diabetes. But it does highlight something important: oral infections are not isolated problems. Treating an infected tooth may help reduce inflammatory stress on the body and support better overall health.

Source: The Conversation. "This silent tooth infection could be hurting your whole body." ScienceDaily. May 2026.