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Epidemiologic studies have demonstrated an association between obesity and worsening periodontal symptoms, such as gingival inflammation, higher levels of serum proinflammatory markers and diagnosis of periodontitis. A retrospective analysis in
General Dentistry looks at the associations of periodontal disease parameters with body mass index in patients undergoing periodontal maintenance therapy.
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