Overweight and obesity impact on periodontitis

Friday, June 24, 2016 - 11:01 in Health & Medicine

Overweight and obesity have been associated with increased periodontitis risk. However, uncertainty persists regarding the causal relationship of such conditions. In this study, participants were followed periodically since their birth. Anthropometric measures and habits were assessed during the life-course.

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