Dental hygiene linked to mortality prediction, say Japanese researchers.
Poor oral health in older adults increases mortality and long-term care needs, as shown by studies from Osaka Metropolitan University and Tokyo.
Listen closely, folks! Poor oral health among older adults is no joke. Researchers from Osaka Metropolitan University and the Institute of Science Tokyo have found that it’s dangerously linked to higher mortality rates and an increased need for long-term care.
In a study involving over 190,000 residents aged 75 and older, they discovered that those with more healthy or treated teeth had better survival rates. Meanwhile, those rolling around with untreated cavities? Yeah, they're playing a risky game! Seriously, it’s time to prioritize that dental health!
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