Could Your Mouth Be Affecting Your Mind? What to Know About the Link Between Oral Bacteria and Alzheimer’s

Could Your Mouth Be Affecting Your Mind? What to Know About the Link Between Oral Bacteria and Alzheimer’s

Photo by cottonbro studio: https://www.pexels.com/photo/close-up-shot-of-a-kid-having-dental-checkup-6502552/ Alzheimer’s disease has long been viewed as a condition rooted solely in the brain. But as research evolves, scientists are starting to piece together a more complex picture—one that includes some surprising contributors outside the skull. One of the most compelling areas of study focuses on oral health. That’s right—your gums, teeth, and the bacteria that live there could have a lot more to do with memory loss than anyone […]