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Oral health in the face of Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a pathology that the World Health Organization (WHO) considers to be the new epidemic of the 21st century. Estimates indicate that it affects more than 55 million people worldwide, and projections suggest that the figure could rise to 139 million by 2050 if there is no substantial change in the growth trend.…
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Dysphagia: when swallowing becomes a serious problem
As we get older, developing healthy habits becomes a key element to enjoying a satisfactory quality of life. A balanced and healthy diet, together with regular physical exercise, are two fundamental habits that contribute to maintaining a good physical condition as we get older, and helps us to maintain this quality of life. However, there…