Loss of Posterior Occlusal Support Is Associated With Incident Steatotic Liver Disease in a Nationwide Longitudinal Analysis of the JMDC Claims Database | Synapse
April 15, 2026Open Access
Loss of Posterior Occlusal Support Is Associated With Incident Steatotic Liver Disease in a Nationwide Longitudinal Analysis of the JMDC Claims Database
Puntos clave
The aim is to investigate the relationship between loss of posterior occlusal support and the development of steatotic liver disease.
Utilized the JMDC claims database for a nationwide longitudinal analysis.
Examined the impact of posterior occlusal support on the incidence of MASLD.
Focused on gender differences in the association.
Loss of posterior occlusal support is an independent predictor of MASLD.
This association is particularly significant in women.
Impaired mastication may play a role in the development of steatotic liver disease.
Resumen
Loss of posterior occlusal support independently predicted MASLD, particularly in women, suggesting that impaired mastication may contribute to SLD.