Approximately 1 in 10 adults worldwide has one or more missing teeth, which can be due to dental decay, gum disease, trauma, ...

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 ...

Having a greater number of missing or decayed teeth has been linked to a shorter life expectancy in a new study.

Research ties oral health to dementia risk through nutrition, social life, and daily function, suggesting oral care supports ...

Despite a healthy diet, mice missing teeth showed notable memory loss In A Nutshell Memory declined after tooth loss in mice.

Tooth loss doesn't just make eating harder, it may also make thinking more challenging. A new study from Hiroshima University shows that aging mice missing their molars experience measurable cognitive ...

Tooth loss may disrupt the oral-gut microbiota balance by shifting bacterial proportions, potentially impacting intestinal and overall health. This animal study was published earlier this month in BMC ...

Many people believe that tooth loss is solely a result of aging, but it's becoming increasingly common among young adults as well. One study found that 30.6% of young adults had one or more lost teeth ...

Researchers found a significant association between chronic kidney disease (CKD) and increased tooth loss in postmenopausal women, particularly those aged 66-79 years. The study analyzed data from ...

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK / ACCESS Newswire / December 20, 2025 / There are multiple factors that can contribute to tooth loss. If you experience tooth loss or any of the following issues that can lead ...