Oral Microbiota Changes in Elderly Patients, an Indicator of Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a neurodegenerative disease that usually affects older individuals. Owing to the higher incidence of root caries and missing teeth in elderly individuals, the bacteria involved in these dental concerns might potentially deteriorate their cognitive function. Altered microb...

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Main Authors: Yi-Fan Wu, Wei Fang Lee, Eisner Salamanca, Wan-Ling Yao, Jo-Ning Su, Sin Yu Wang, Chaur-Jong Hu, Wei-Jen Chang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-04-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/18/8/4211