Diabetes and its association with dental problems

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Diabetes and its association with dental problems

• Did you know that 29 million people living in the
  United States have diabetes? Thats 9.3 of the
  population. Approximately 1.7 million new cases
  are diagnosed each year and 8.1 million people
  living with diabetes dont even know they have
  it. .
• All food you eat is turned to sugar and used for
  energy. Diabetes affects your bodys ability to
  process sugar. It has an adverse effect on
  insulin, a hormone that carries sugar from your
  blood to the cells that need it for energy. In
  type I diabetes, the body doesnt make enough
  insulin. In type II diabetes, the body stops
  responding to insulin. Both cases lead to high
  blood sugar levels and eventually cause serious
  complications with nerves, kidneys, heart etc.
  But, many people may be surprised to learn about
  an unexpected complication associated with
  diabetes.

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Research shows that there is an increased
prevalence of gum disease among those with
diabetes. Research also suggests that the
relationship between gum disease and diabetes is
two-way. Not only are people with diabetes more
susceptible to serious gum disease, but serious
gum disease may have the potential to affect
blood glucose control and contribute to the
progression of diabetes. People with diabetes
are at an increased risk of serious gum disease
known as periodontitis. This is because people
affected by diabetes have less saliva in the
mouth. Hence they are more susceptible to
bacterial infection and have a decreased ability
to fight bacteria that invade the gums.
Periodontitis is a chronic, inflammatory disease
that destroys gums, all the tissues holding your
teeth and even your bones.
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In periodontitis, your gums begin to pull away
from your teeth. Pockets form between your teeth
and gums. These get filled up with germs and pus.
If nothing is done, the infection goes on to
destroy the bone around your teeth. Your teeth
become loose and start to fall out or need to be
pulled. Periodontitis is the common dental
disease affecting people with diabetes. Nearly
22 of the people diagnosed with diabetes also
suffer from periodontitis. Self care and
professional care from your dentist will be
crucial for potentially slowing down the effect
on diabetes on your oral health. Here are some
oral health related tips you can follow for
optimal wellness of your teeth and gums.
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• Control your blood sugar levels. Use your
  diabetes related medications as directed and
  change to a healthier diet.
• Avoid smoking
• If you wear any type of dentures, clean them
  daily
• Make sure you brush twice a day with a soft brush
• Consult your dentist for regular checkups
• Contrary to the popular belief, dentists
  can now safely place dental implants in patients
  with diabetes. Without any second thoughts,
  confidently go for dental implants in
  Bloomingdale, IL. You can even go for root canal
  therapy in Bloomingdale, IL. Consult a dentist in
  Bloomingdale for further information.

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