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Although the coexistence of periodontitis and elevated CRP levels may heighten the risk of mortality, previous studies have not confirmed their synergistic effect. Understanding this interaction is crucial for identifying potential interventions to reduce mortality risk in individuals with periodontitis. This study aimed to assess the synergistic effects of periodontitis and elevated CRP levels on mortality in 7,938 adult individuals who participated in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Study 2001\u20132004. The association of periodontitis status and CRP levels with mortality was assessed using a survey-weighted Cox model. The interactive effect was estimated; the synergistic effect of CRP levels and periodontitis status on mortality was assessed using the relative excess risk due to interaction (RERI). Periodontitis was diagnosed in 1,065 (13.4%) participants. 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