Alzheimer’s disease is an irreversible neurodegenerative disease i.e. progressive loss of structure or function of neurons that lead to changes in memory, mood & judgement of elderly patients aged approximately 70 years & older.
Gum related problems are common in older people & thus as it known to all due to reduced ability to maintain good oral hygiene it becomes more common in patients with Alzheimer’s.
It’s been stated that elevated levels of antibodies to periodontal bacteria are analogous with increased levels of inflammatory mediators at some other place in the body, which successively has been linked to higher rates of cognitive decline in Alzheimer’s disease.
Also the studies hypothesized that the bacteria porphyromonas gingivalis is usually found in patients with gum disease can also reach the brain & might trigger the immune system response which eventually lead to changes in the brain which is stereotypical in Alzheimer’s disease & could lead to confusion & memory deterioration.
However, there were number of studies suggesting a link between inflammatory response of body & increased rates of cognitive decline & also considered that treating the gum disease would also benefit the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease.
Left with few teeth as a consequence of earlier gum disease is also considered to be associated with greater risks of developing dementia.
Also active gum disease leads to elevated levels of inflammatory molecules which has detrimental effect on the memory deterioration & cardiovascular disease as well.
If you are indolent & not addicted to maintain good oral hygiene, always know the consequences & risks. It’s of utmost importance to be aware of your own oral health condition.
It’s been seen that patients with Alzheimer’s disease have poorer dental health than others of similar age and that the more severe the dementia the worse the dental health, most likely reflecting greater difficulties with taking care of oneself as dementia turns out to be more extreme.
Effective gum treatment can reduce the levels of inflammatory molecules closer to that seen in a healthy state.
We at Dr. Sachdeva’s Dental Institute suggests that the caretakers of patients with Alzheimer’s can speak or schedule an appointment with us if they are highly concerned about their loved ones. You can find the dental Implant clinic in Delhi.
