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- It is very important to keep ones blood sugar levels in control if you suffer from diabetes. This is actually because if you possess diabetes as well as your blood glucose is erratic, you will likely develop periodontal condition or perhaps gum tissue disease. There is actually a good probability of unforeseen loss of pearly whites. These and also the truth that gum disease will certainly additionally lead to an increase of blood glucose level makings your diabetic issues complicated to handle. They actually go together and also can be incredibly dangerous. – PowerPoint PPT presentation

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Title: 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.

5
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

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