Elucidating the Link Between Oral Health and Dementia Subtypes: A Multifaceted Study on the Biological Pathways and Social Determinants
PI/Director
Bei Wu
PhD
FAAN
FGSA
bei.wu@nyu.edu
Dean's Professor in Global Health
Vice Dean, Research
Affiliated Professor, Ashman Department of Periodontology & Implant Dentistry
Co-director, NYU Aging Incubator
Funding source
R01 - National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Project Period
This study is significant for public health as it investigates the potential link between poor oral health and incident dementia, specifically Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia. Understanding the underlying biological mechanisms and social determinants in these relationships could reveal new strategies for preventing or delaying dementia onset. The study's findings could lead to improved public health policies and clinical practices, emphasizing oral health as a key component in maintaining cognitive health, especially among the increasing aging population.
Research Project Type