The association between BMI and the condition of the oral cavity among the young population, the dental perspective

Abstract

Excessive body weight is a major health problem that cat lead to severe health effects. Obesity is associated with several conditions of the oral cavity - caries, periodontitis and xerostomia (dry mouth). BMI asstssment and undertanding of its importance regarding the health outcomes for the patients is a crucial part of the daily work of doctors of all specialties, in particular, dentists.