@pannutaren: Read Caption Below 👇 The bacteria linked to Alzheimer’s may start in your mouth. A key periodontal pathogen called Porphyromonas gingivalis, commonly found in gum disease has been detected in the brains of patients with Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers have identified the bacteria and its toxic enzymes called gingipains in brain tissue, spinal fluid, and areas associated with neurons, tau tangles, and amyloid plaques. Here’s what scientists are finding: 🦠 P. gingivalis DNA has been detected in post-mortem Alzheimer’s brain tissue. 🧠 When present in the brain, it’s associated with a 6–10× higher risk of Alzheimer’s. ⚠️ The bacteria release gingipains, toxic enzymes that may: • Trigger amyloid plaque formation • Promote tau tangles • Cause neuroinflammation • Disrupt the brain’s immune defenses Animal studies show that oral infection with this gum disease bacteria can lead to brain inflammation, neuron loss, and cognitive decline. But here’s the important takeaway: This doesn’t mean gum disease causes Alzheimer’s. It means oral inflammation may be one of several contributing factors. 🦷 Your mouth is connected to your brain through the bloodstream and immune system. Protecting your oral health may be more important than we once thought. #oralhealth #brainhealth #gumdisease #LearnOnTikTok #healthtok

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