Gum disease may be cause of Alzheimer’s

A seemingly harmless disease could actually be a cause of Alzheimer’s disease, according to a recent study reported by BBC News.

The study found a link between bacteria in a common type of gum disease and people with dementia. The findings could provide a new way to potentially prevent Alzheimer’s disease.

Scientists uncovered the link when analyzing the brain tissue, spinal fluid and saliva of patients diagnosed with or suspected of having Alzheimer’s disease. The researchers found the bacteria associated with gum disease in the brains of people with Alzheimer’s. Previous tests on mice confirmed the bacteria can move from the mouth to the brain.

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