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Obestity and Its Role in Oral Health

Ashley J. Karels, B.S.D.H.1
Brigette R. Cooper, M.S.2

  1. Minnesota State University, Mankato

  2. Assistant Professor, Minnesota State University, Mankato

United States

Citation:

Karels, A., Cooper, B. Obesity and its role in oral health. The Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice. January 2007, Volume 5 Number 1.

Abstract
Obesity is a serious public health concern that has reached epidemic proportions. This paper addresses the role obesity plays in several health conditions, in addition to how it negatively affects a person’s oral health. Oral health care providers can have a positive impact on treatment outcomes by recognizing patients at risk for obesity and addressing these issues.

Keywords and terms: Obesity, Oral Health

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