Exploring Factors Influencing Dental Caries in Adults with Obesity: Insights for Dental Professionals

Posted: January 6, 2025
The study investigates the association between socio-demographic factors, comorbidities, lifestyle habits, saliva parameters, and dental caries in adults with obesity. Key findings reveal that factors such as age, gender, frequency of brushing, salivary buffering capacity, and consistency are significantly linked to dental caries experience. The research underscores the importance of enhancing oral care practices, particularly regular brushing, to reduce dental caries in individuals with obesity. Additionally, addressing salivary composition could hold promise in preventing caries development.

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