| http://www.w3.org/ns/prov#value | - A direct relationship between periodontitis and thickening of the carotid artery has also been reported.12 Gingivitis, periodontitis, and an increase in decayed, filled, and missing teeth have all been associated with excess body weight and obesity.6 Conditions associated with obesity, including syndrome X, insulin resistance, hypertension, and type II diabetes, may also worsen periodontitis.11 Mo
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