Association between periodontitis and glycated hemoglobin levels in individuals living in rural Southern Brazil

To estimate the prevalence of prediabetes in individuals with moderate or severe periodontitis and to verify the association between periodontitis and glycated hemoglobin levels. A cross-sectional study was conducted including individuals age 18–93 years from a representative sample residing in rural Southern Brazil. Data collection included full mouth periodontal clinical examinations, laboratory screens, and structured questionnaires. Glycemic...