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Prolonged high blood glucose levels can cause gum disease (periodontal disease) and other dental problems. How? The buildup of sugar in your blood glucose can settle into your teeth and gums just as if you directly ate a sugary treat and did not brush afterward. Good oral care, along with keeping your blood sugars in check, is important to keep your mouth healthy. Find out more about diabetes and dental problems.
Gum disease and other dental problems are common complications of diabetes. A professional dental cleaning twice a year can help improve your oral health.
Brushing with toothpaste is important for several reasons. Find out those reasons here.
Diabetes can cause serious problems in your mouth. Uncover the problems and learn how to prevent them.
Periodontal diseases range from simple gum inflammation to serious disease that results in major damage to the soft tissue and bone that support the teeth.
Learn the proper way to brush your teeth and avoid tooth and gum disease related to diabetes.
Learn why flossing is important in avoiding diabetic gum disease and oral health problems.
Periodontal diseases range from simple gum inflammation to serious disease that results in major damage to the soft tissue and bone that support the teeth.
Surgery and more intensive treatment may be necessary if more traditional dental treatment prove ineffective.
Regular flossing combats plaque and keeps gum disease at bay.
High blood sugar contributes to tooth decay and other dental issues. Learn more.
Here are some medications currently used to fight gum disease.
Get easy, effective steps to control bad breath and halitosis right away.
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