Background: The growing prevalence of increased body weight and obesity in the United
States has raised significant public health concerns. Obesity has been implicated as a risk …

Background: Periodontitis is a major cause of tooth loss among adults. Several studies have
shown a possible systemic impact of periodontal infection, including poor glycemic control …

Implant therapy in partially edentulous patients has proven to be a predictable procedure
with a high implant survival rate. The success rate in patients with a history of aggressive …

Purpose: This cross-sectional study was performed to determine whether an association
exists between the width of keratinized mucosa and the health of implant-supporting tissues. …

Background: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and periodontitis are common chronic inflammatory
conditions. Recent studies showed a beneficial effect of periodontal treatment on the severity …

Background: An inverse association between calcium intake and periodontitis prevalence
was recently reported. Dairy products are rich sources of calcium and other important nutrients…

Background: Maintaining normal weight, engaging in the recommended level of exercise,
and eating healthy food are known to improve general health. The impact of these behaviors …

OBJECTIVES: Physical activity has been shown to have a protective relationship with
several chronic diseases. Recently, physical activity was also found to reduce the risk of …

Objectives: To study the association between gingival biotypes and inclination and position
of the maxillary and mandibular incisors. Methods: This cross-sectional study included 142 …

OBJECTIVE: To investigate the effect of conventional periodontal therapy on serum C-reactive
protein (CRP) level and periodontal status in obese and normal-weight chronic …