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Robust Ligature-Induced Model of Murine Periodontitis for the Evaluation of Oral Neutrophils

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Published on: January 21, 2020

Obesity and periodontitis: A clinical study.

Lalit Kumar Mathur¹, Balaji Manohar, Rajesh Shankarapillai

¹Department of Periodontics, Pacific Dental College and Hospital, Debari, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India.

Journal of Indian Society of Periodontology

|November 24, 2011

Summary

Obesity is linked to a higher prevalence of periodontitis. This study found 88% of obese individuals had periodontal disease, compared to 74.4% of non-obese individuals, suggesting obesity is a risk factor.

Keywords:

Body mass index obesity periodontal disease waist circumference

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Robust Ligature-Induced Model of Murine Periodontitis for the Evaluation of Oral Neutrophils

Robust Ligature-Induced Model of Murine Periodontitis for the Evaluation of Oral Neutrophils

Published on: January 21, 2020

Area of Science:

Oral Health and Systemic Disease Linkages
Public Health and Preventative Dentistry

Background:

Periodontitis is a prevalent oral condition.
Obesity is a growing global health concern.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the association between obesity and periodontitis.
To determine if obesity is a risk factor for periodontal disease.

Main Methods:

300 adult subjects (≥20 years) with generalized periodontitis were recruited.
Obesity was assessed using Body Mass Index (BMI) and waist circumference.
Periodontal status and oral hygiene index were recorded.

Main Results:

The prevalence of periodontal disease was significantly higher in obese individuals (88%) compared to non-obese individuals (74.4%) (P=0.03).
Obesity demonstrated a significant association with increased periodontal disease prevalence.

Conclusions:

Obesity is associated with a higher prevalence of periodontal disease.
Obesity may serve as a potential risk factor for periodontal disease across all age groups.