Tooth loss

1. Tooth loss is associated with Healthy Eating Index 2020 in humans (-2.8 HEI-2020 points).

   HumansSevere tooth lossn = 2,600

   Dietary Quality and the Association Between Tooth Loss and Cognitive Performance in Older Adults: A Causal Mediation Analysis of NHANES 2011-2014 · Journal of public health dentistry · 6 Oct 2026

Healthy Eating Index 2020 →

1. Tooth loss is associated with composite cognitive z-score in humans (survey-weighted β = -0.167 SD).

   HumansSevere tooth loss< 20 natural teethn = 2,600

   Dietary Quality and the Association Between Tooth Loss and Cognitive Performance in Older Adults: A Causal Mediation Analysis of NHANES 2011-2014 · Journal of public health dentistry · 6 Oct 2026

Composite cognitive z-score →