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Prevalence and Associated Factors of High BMI and Periodontitis in Thai Adults Aged Under 60 Years
Sponsor: Mahidol University
Summary
Overweight and obesity, as well as periodontitis, are common public health problems with increasing prevalence. Both conditions may be linked through shared mechanisms involving chronic low-grade systemic inflammation. Numerous studies have reported an association between elevated body mass index (BMI) and periodontitis, particularly among younger and working-age populations. However, data regarding Thai adults under the age of 60 remain limited. Therefore, this study aims to determine the prevalence of high BMI and periodontitis among Thai adults aged 18-59 years and to identify factors associated with these conditions. The findings may provide useful information for improving awareness and supporting the prevention of both periodontal and general health problems in this population.
Official title: Prevalence and Associated Factors of High Body Mass Index (BMI) and Periodontitis in a Group of Thai Adults Ages Under 60: A Cross-sectional Study
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 59 Years
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
93
Start Date
2026-07-01
Completion Date
2026-12-31
Last Updated
2026-10-19
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Periodontal Examination
Periodontal examination will include probing pocket depth (PPD), clinical attachment level (CAL), bleeding on probing (BOP), gingival index (GI), and plaque score. Periodontal status will be classified as clinical gingival health/gingivitis or periodontitis according to the 2017 AAP/EFP classification.
Questionnaire interview
Information on sociodemographic characteristics, medical conditions, smoking, alcohol consumption, sleep duration, and other health-related factors will also be collected through the questionnaire.
Anthropometric measurements
Anthropometric assessment will include body weight, height, body mass index (BMI), and waist circumference. BMI will be classified according to the Western Pacific Region (WPRO) criteria.
Locations (1)
Department of Oral Medicine and Periodontology, Faculty of Dentistry, Mahidol University.
Bangkok, Ratchathewi, Thailand