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This study investigated the association between tooth retention and the inflammatory potential of the diet among older adults.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A cross-sectional analysis was conducted among 1,075 adults aged 60 years or older. According to the oral examination, participants were categorized as having \u226521, 11-20, 1-10, or no natural teeth, and as edentulous. The Dietary Inflammatory Index was constructed using a food-frequency questionnaire.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Individuals with more teeth were younger, possessed higher educational attainment, were less likely to smoke, and exhibited elevated Mini-Mental State Examination scores. 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