Relazioni tra periodontite, perdita dentale e indicatori della sindrome metabolica.

BACKGROUND: This study investigates how poor oral health impacts metabolic alterations, specifically evaluating the effects of periodontitis and tooth loss, either individually or in combination, on the number of metabolic syndrome (MetS) indicators. METHODS: A cross-sectional study was conducted with 1281 individuals aged 18 and older, attending public health clinics. Physical exams and laboratory tests were performed to diagnose and determine MetS indicators as defined by the National Cholesterol Education Program Adult Treatment Panel III (NCEP-ATP III) and the Joint Interim Statement (JIS). Oral exams assessed tooth loss and periodontitis severity. Multinomial regression analysis was us