Association study of depressive symptoms and periodontitis in an obese population: Analysis based on NHANES data from 2009 to 2014
This study is the first investigation demonstrating a negative link between depressive symptoms and periodontitis in obese persons, indicating a significant interaction between mental health and dental health in this demographic. The results highlight the importance of comprehensive psychological and oral health care in obese individuals, providing a new avenue for future research and therapeutic applications.
Authors
- Jilun Liu
- Jianfeng Dong
- Shuning Li
- Rui Zhang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1360-2452)
Institutions
- Hebei Medical University (CN)
- Second Hospital of Hebei Medical University (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- PLoS ONE
- Published
- 2024-12-19
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0315754
- Citations
- 6
- Primary Topic
- Oral microbiology and periodontitis research
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 2.40
Funders
- Health Commission of Hebei Province
- Hebei Provincial Health and Family Planning Commission