A new study published in Therapeutic Advances in Chronic Disease reports that obesity, assessed through body mass index (BMI) and central adiposity measures, is independently associated with greater severity of periodontitis. The findings highlight growing evidence that excess body fat can worsen inflammatory gum disease and should be considered a key risk factor in periodontal health assessments. The cross-sectional study, led by Soumya Vishwanath and colleagues, explored the connection between obesity indicators and periodontal status in adults. Researchers found that individuals with higher BMI, waist circumference, and waist-to-hip ratio showed significantly more attachment loss, deeper periodontal pockets, and higher bleeding indices compared with participants of normal weight. Thes

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