The relationship between periodontal status, physical activity, dietary practices, and dental caries

The objective of this study is to evaluate the correlation between dietary patterns, levels of physical activity (PA), and the occurrence of periodontal disease. Many lifestyles have been connected to periodontal disease, but little is known about diet and PA intake. This study included 185 people—62 healthy, 61 gingivitis, and 62 periodontitis. PA, Mediterranean diet score (MDS), and carbohydrate consumption frequency were gathered together with demographics. Clinical and radiographic evaluations calculated decayed, missing, and filled teeth (DMFT) index scores. PA, MDS, carbohydrate consumption, and periodontitis were evaluated. Periodontitis patients had higher DMFT scores, poorer periodontal features, and less daily tooth brushing. More PA overall, more PA in free time, and less sedentary behavior reduced periodontitis rates. Sedentary behavior increased periodontal disease risk in adjusted univariate regression models (OR = 0.235; p = 0.021). Of the study participants, 35 (18.9%) had high MDS. No correlation was established between Mediterranean diet (MD) and periodontitis. Periodontitis and MD, DMFT, and carbohydrate consumption do not seem to be substantially correlated. According to our research, a higher risk of periodontal disease was linked to more sedentary activity. To clarify the extent of the relationship between PA and periodontal disease, more prospective longitudinal research and approaches are required. Clinical Relevance : The periodontal status of individuals can be influenced by their lifestyle.