Oral Maintenance for Patients with Diabetes Mellitus

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Oral Care for Patients with DiabetesDiabetes and
Periodontal Disease
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Blood glucose levels
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• Keeping ones blood glucose levels in control is
  what a diabetic persons top priority in dealing
  with oral health is.

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Your blood glucose is erratic
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• This is because if you have diabetes and your
  blood glucose is erratic, you will likely develop
  periodontal disease or gum disease.

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Untimely loss of teeth
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• There is a great possibility of untimely loss of
  teeth. These and the fact that gum disease will
  also cause an increase of blood sugar level which
  makes your diabetes difficult to control. They
  actually go hand in hand and can be very
  dangerous.

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Uncontrolled blood glucose
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• If you have to think about it, uncontrolled blood
  glucose causes gum disease gum disease brings
  about high sugar level in the blood high blood
  sugar results to uncontrollable blood glucose.

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An endless cycle
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• It will become an endless cycle you might not be
  able to get out if you are not careful.

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A good oral hygiene
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• So you have to keep your gums and teeth by
  following a good oral hygiene of brushing at
  least 2 times a day and flossing your teeth daily.

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Leading to gum disease
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• It also helps to visit a dentist regularly at
  least twice a year. A professional cleaning is an
  absolute must twice a year for a diabetic
  patient. This is to remove plaque and buildup
  from your teeth and gums that would lead to gum
  disease.

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Prevent periodontitis
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• This is the only way to remove the tartar off the
  teeth to prevent periodontitis. That is why you
  have to mention to your dentist if you have
  diabetes to help you with your oral care. Also
  let your dentist know of all the medications that
  you are taking.

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When to know you have gum disease?
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• Diabetes patients will always need to look out
  for any signs of gum disease. This will help to
  keep it from getting worst and affect the
  patients blood sugar.

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The warning signs
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• The following are the warning signs you are
  developing a gum disease.
• Swollen, red or tender gums
• Gums bleed while brushing or flossing your teeth
• Gums are receding

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The warning signs
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• Bad breath that wont go away
• Pus in between teeth and gums
• Change in the bite
• Loose teeth due to bone loss
• Fit of partial denture or bridge may change

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Other symptoms
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• Other symptoms to watch out are white patches
  around your tongue which will indicate a fungal
  infection or ulcers or sores which may indicate
  dry mouth.

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Consult your dentist
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• You will need to consult your dentist right away
  when you see any of these symptoms.

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In conclusion
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• In conclusion, it is essential for diabetics to
  keep a meticulous mouth. You need to keep your
  regular dental checkups and cleanings, as well as
  a very good home care-brush 2-3 times a day and
  floss once a day.

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In conclusion
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• This will help reduce the risk of gum disease and
  infections which can be very dangerous to a
  diabetic who is already very prone to infections.

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In conclusion
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• If you have diabetes, call our office for an
  appointment right away to discuss your special
  options of keeping a healthy mouth. 323-771-7254.

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Ask a professional
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• Oral Care for Patients with DiabetesDiabetes and
  Periodontal Disease
• Contact us

http//www.dentistcudahyca.com
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