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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Neuroscience
  • Dental Public Health

Background:

  • The link between masticatory function, defined by functional tooth units (FTUs), and cognitive abilities remains understudied in large populations.
  • Previous research has not explored this association within a nationally representative sample.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the relationship between masticatory function (FTUs) and cognitive performance in adults aged 60 and older.
  • Utilized data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2011-2014 for a population-based analysis.

Main Methods:

  • Assessed masticatory function using the number of functional tooth units (FTUs) in the posterior region.
  • Evaluated cognitive function via the Consortium to Establish a Registry for Alzheimer's Disease (CERAD) test, Animal Fluency Test (AFT), and Digit Symbol Substitution Test (DSST).
  • Employed weighted multivariable linear regression and subgroup analyses, with sensitivity tests for functional dentition.

Main Results:

  • A significant positive association was found between higher FTU scores and improved performance across AFT, DSST, and global cognition measures.
  • Individuals with better masticatory function exhibited enhanced verbal fluency, processing speed, sustained attention, and working memory.
  • The association remained significant after adjusting for potential confounders.

Conclusions:

  • Masticatory function, quantified by FTUs, demonstrates a significant and independent association with cognitive function in older adults.
  • This finding underscores the potential role of oral health maintenance in supporting cognitive health in the aging population.