Sleeping in dentures ups the risk pneumonia

A study published in the International and American Associations for Dental Research has demonstrated that sleeping in dentures can increase the risk of pneumonia by twofold, according to a report by The Economic Times.

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Carrie Pallardy

Additionally, sleeping with dentures is associated with increased tongue and denture plaque and gum inflammation, according to the report.

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