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The impact of tooth loss on cognitive function.

Pablo Galindo-MorenoLucia Lopez-ChaichioMiguel Padial-MolinaGustavo Ávila-OrtizFrancisco O'ValleAndrea RavidàAndres Catena
Published in: Clinical oral investigations (2021)
Maintenance of functional teeth through the promotion of oral health may contribute to the preservation of memory/concentration and other essential cognitive functions. Thus, increasing and efficiently coordinating efforts aimed at preventing of tooth loss in the adult population could substantially contribute to reduce the incidence of cognitive impairment.
Keyphrases
  • cognitive impairment
  • oral health
  • risk factors
  • working memory
  • quality improvement