@channelnewsasia: Our teeth may be linked to how our brains function as we age. Dr Lim Zhiying, a geriatrician at National University Hospital (NUH), explains one theory behind the link: chewing provides stimulation to the brain, and losing teeth can make us chew less effectively. A Singapore study found an association between tooth loss and cognitive function among older adults. But it did not establish that tooth loss causes cognitive decline. Watch the full Talking Point episode. #CNAInsider #TalkingPoint #elderly #teeth #oralhealth

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