Is Obesity a Risk Factor for Periodontitis? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

This study aims at reviewing available evidence on the relationship between obesity and periodontitis, focusing on whether obesity is a risk factor for the development and progression of periodontal disease.

Materials and methods

This systematic review and meta-analysis were reported in accordance with the PRISMA guidelines. Searches were performed in databases such as PUBMED, SCOPUS, and Web of Science for studies investigating the correlation between obesity (BMI ≥ 30 kg/m²) and periodontitis in adult patients. Heterogeneity was assessed using the I² statistic, and a meta-analysis was performed to calculate pooled odds ratios with 95% confidence intervals.

Results

The analysis included 19 studies with a total of 41,107 patients. The

SUBMITTER: Esperouz F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12812498 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature