Periodontal disease and Alzheimer's disease: A systematic review.
A systematic review of eleven studies found evidence suggesting periodontitis may be associated with Alzheimer's disease through inflammatory pathways, with some studies showing specific periodontal bacteria elevated in Alzheimer's patients; however, inconsistent findings and methodological limitations prevent establishing a causal relationship.
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Once and for All: Does Flossing Prevent Caries?
What the evidence actually says — an honest, cited look at flossing, caries and gum health
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