Résumé
Malaysia has been experiencing modernization for the last few decades. With modernization and urbanization, also comes a change in lifestyle, which is pointed more to a sedentary lifestyle and unhealthy dietary habits. This results in a staggering rate of obesity. The aim of this study was to find out the correlation between BMI and periodontal status in Malaccan patients visiting Faculty of Dentistry, Melaka-Manipal Medical College, Malaysia. Body Mass Index (BMI) was calculated using weight in kilograms and height chart and periodontal status was examined using clinical attachment loss measurements and Community Periodontal Index (CPI). From the study, it shows that there is no significant relationship between body mass index and periodontitis. However, a higher body mass index could be a potential risk factor for periodontitis in age group 35–54 years old.