Masticatory Deficiency as a Risk Factor for Cognitive Dysfunction

Masticatory Deficiency as a Risk Factor for Cognitive Dysfunction

Several studies have demonstrated that chewing helps to maintain cognitive functions in brain regions including the hippocampus, a central nervous system (CNS) region vital for memory and learning. Epidemiological studies suggest that masticatory deficiency is associated with development of dementia...

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Main Authors: Teixeira, Francisco Bruno, de Melo Pereira Fernandes, Luanna, Noronha, Patrycy Assis Tavares, dos Santos, Marcio Antonio Raiol, Gomes-Leal, Walace, do Socorro Ferraz Maia, Cristiane, Lima, Rafael Rodrigues
Format: Online
Language:English
Published: Ivyspring International Publisher 2014
Online Access:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3894406/

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