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Flossing Might Affect Your Memory

Monday, August 10, 2009

How many times can you hear it from your dentist about the importance of flossing?

We speak to our patient's all the time about how brushing and flossing your teeth will help to prevent periodontal disease and reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke! Well now it looks like there is another reason for your dentist to nag at you about flossing!

Researchers at West Virginia University School of Dentistry have found that a clean mouth may help preserve memory! The school has documented in their group population they are studying that 23% of the elderly in their study suffers from mild to moderate memory loss. Dr. Richard Crout, D.M.D., PhD., an associate dean for research at WVU School of Dentistry is participating in a $1.3 million grant from the National Institute of Health to study the relationships between dental health and Alzheimer's Disease. Dr. Crout stated; "older people might want to know there is more reason to keep their mouths clean-to brush and floss-than ever."

If you have not had your teeth clean professionally by a dental hygienist recently please give our office a call at 561-394-9000 to arrange an appointment. We will provide at that appointment with the necessary skills to maintain your ultimate dental health between dental visits. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Kenneth A. Mogell, D.M.D.