Oral health conditions and domain-specific cognitive decline in older adults: evidence from the Baltimore Longitudinal Study of Aging 2005-2024

Tooth loss may indicate broader cognitive decline, while other oral health conditions, such as plaque and periodontal symptoms, particularly affect memory or executive function. Future studies are warranted to investigate underlying mechanisms.

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The Journals of Gerontology Series A
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2025-12-30
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https://doi.org/10.1093/gerona/glaf294
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Dental Health and Care Utilization
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Abstract

Tooth loss may indicate broader cognitive decline, while other oral health conditions, such as plaque and periodontal symptoms, particularly affect memory or executive function. Future studies are warranted to investigate underlying mechanisms.

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East Carolina University (US), New York University Shanghai (CN), Institute on Aging (US), National Institute on Aging (US), New York University (US)
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