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- Title
Investigation of DMFT Index and Saliva Values in Morbidly Obese and Obese Patients.
- Authors
Ayan, Gizem; Dayi, Burak; Sahin, Selale; Evren, Bahri
- Abstract
Objective: Obesity is a global chronic disease that affects both developed and developing countries. The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of morbid obesity and obesity on the decayed, missing, and filled teeth (DMFT) index and saliva values. Method: This study included 50 morbidly obese, 50 obese, and 50 control group patients aged 18--68 years. The DMFT index of the patients was determined through a clinical examination. The saliva kit was used to determine the saliva values [unstimulated saliva flow rate (USFR), stimulated saliva flow rate (SSFR), saliva viscosity (SV), saliva pH (SpH), and saliva buffering capacity (SBC)]. The patients were surveyed to learn about their oral health habits, nutritional habits, and socioeconomic status. Results: No significant difference was found in the number of decayed teeth, filled teeth, USFR, or SV between the groups (p > 0.05). The DMFT index, number of missing teeth, SSFR, SpH, and SBC all showed significant differences between the groups (p < 0.05). The significant variables associated with DMFT, according to the multiple linear regression model, were the frequency of dental visits (β = 0.365), age (β = 0.322), and SSFR (β = - 0.256). Conclusion: Obese patients have a low saliva rate, low saliva pH, low buffering capacity, high DMFT index, and a high number of missing teeth.
- Subjects
OBESITY complications; SALIVA analysis; TOOTH loss; ORAL hygiene; MULTIPLE regression analysis; AGE distribution; MORBID obesity; DENTAL care; RISK assessment; COMPARATIVE studies; MEDICAL care use; DESCRIPTIVE statistics; RESEARCH funding; DENTAL caries; DENTAL fillings; VISCOSITY; DISEASE risk factors; DISEASE complications
- Publication
Konuralp Medical Journal / Konuralp Tip Dergisi, 2023, Vol 15, Issue 1, p91
- ISSN
1309-3878
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.18521/ktd.1206790