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Robust Ligature-Induced Model of Murine Periodontitis for the Evaluation of Oral Neutrophils
Published on: January 21, 2020
Association between Human Body Composition and Periodontal Disease
Yagoub Salekzamani1, Adileh Shirmohammadi, Mohammad Rahbar
1Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Golgasht Street, Tabriz 51666-14691, Iran.
ISRN Dentistry
|November 24, 2011
Summary
Severe periodontitis in males is linked to body composition. This study found significant correlations between established periodontitis and body mass index (BMI), waist circumference (WC), and body fat, but not milder forms.
Area of Science:
- Periodontology
- Human Health
- Body Composition Analysis
Background:
- Obesity is a growing global health concern.
- Human obesity may increase the risk of developing periodontitis.
- Understanding the link between body composition and periodontal health is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between body composition and periodontal status in males.
- To determine if obesity indicators correlate with different stages of periodontal disease.
Main Methods:
- 150 males (aged 30-60) were categorized into: periodontally healthy, gingivitis, initial periodontitis, and established periodontitis groups.
- Measurements included body mass index (BMI), waist circumference (WC), and body composition (body water, body fat, skeletal muscle, bone mass).
- Statistical analysis adjusted for age, diabetes, smoking, physical activity, and socioeconomic status.
Main Results:
- Statistically significant correlations were found between established periodontitis and BMI, WC, and body composition parameters.
- No significant differences were observed between periodontal health and mild forms (gingivitis, initial periodontitis) regarding these variables.
- Only severe periodontitis showed a significant association with body composition indicators.
Conclusions:
- Severe periodontal disease in males is considerably associated with their body composition.
- Mild forms of periodontal disease do not appear to influence BMI, WC, or body composition.
- Further extensive studies are needed to confirm these preliminary findings.
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