Diabetes and Oral Health: Five Dental Care Tips for Diabetics

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Diabetes and Oral Health:
Five Dental Care Tips for
Diabetics
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Diabetes is a condition that affects
your body’s ability to process blood
sugar. 
According to the National Institute of
Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney
Diseases, over 30 million Americans
suffer from this disease. 
People who have Type I diabetes don’t
make enough insulin while those who
suffer from Type II diabetes stop
responding to insulin. 
Both cases end up with high glucose
levels which can cause problems with
your eyes, heart, kidneys, and mouth.
Why Diabetics Are More Prone To
Oral Health Problems
Diabetics are at a greater risk for
developing periodontal diseases than
those who do not have the illness
because of the high amount of sugar
present in the saliva which causes
plaque buildup on his or her teeth.
Excessive proliferation of plaque in
your mouth increases your risk of
getting dental problems such as
cavities, gingivitis, periodontitis, and
bad breath which often leads to
infection that is severe and takes time
to heal.
Here’s What You Can Do To Keep
Your Mouth Healthy
Diabetes and dental care should be
addressed concomitantly to spare
yourself from oral health and
systemic problems. Here are the five
dental care tips that will keep your
mouth healthy despite having
diabetes:
1. Managing your blood sugar
levels is key.
Keeping your glucose levels under
control is a surefire way to prevent
the development of any dental
problems. Ensure that you take your
medications as directed by your
doctor to keep your blood sugar
levels within the normal range.
Switching to a healthier diet helps
your body fight any infection and
ease dry mouth caused by this
illness.
2. See your dentist regularly.
Let your dentist know that you have
diabetes so he or she will be on the
lookout for any tell-tale sign of gum
diseases such as redness, bleeding,
and swelling. 
Scheduling oral prophylaxis and
dental check-ups twice a year will
not only help you keep your mouth
healthy but it will also help decrease
your glucose levels. 
Most importantly, do not hesitate to
ask your dentist any question you
may have about how diabetes will
affect your oral health.
3. Brush your teeth every after
meal. 
Plaque comes from bacteria
combined with sugar and starch
found in food. To prevent plaque
buildup, it is best that you brush your
teeth every after meals and snacks.
Brush your teeth thoroughly with a
soft-bristled toothbrush and
toothpaste that contains fluoride but
do not brush your teeth and gums
too hard to avoid irritating and
bleeding in your gums.
If you are wearing dentures, make
sure that you clean them twice a day
to prevent thrush, a common fungal
infection among denture-wearing
diabetics.
4. Quit smoking.
Living a healthy lifestyle is crucial in
the prevention of any serious
complications caused by diabetes.
Studies show that smokers with
diabetes are 20 times more likely to
develop thrush and periodontal
diseases.
Smoking also hinders the blood
flow to the gums which might
slow down the healing process in
the infected area. 
Quitting this bad habit will
significantly reduce your chance
of getting any infection and
improve your oral health.
5. Don’t forget to floss.
Some people neglect to floss, thinking
that brushing is enough to keep their
teeth and mouth clean. 
Flossing your teeth helps prevent
plaque buildup in between your teeth
and along the gum line especially in
those hard to reach areas. Using
waxed dental floss is highly
recommended to get it through your
teeth much easier.
Proper dental care is a vital part of
managing diabetes. It goes hand in
hand and it’s a lifelong commitment.
The good news is, you don’t have to do
this alone. 
If you need help with diabetes and
dental care, team up with your dentist
and endocrinologist to be guaranteed
of a healthy mouth and a beautiful
smile.
At Sunrise Dentistry, we offer holistic
dentistry services especially for those
who are suffering from diabetes. 
Our team of dentists is committed to
providing the highest quality of
dental care possible to keep your
mouth healthy. Call our Durango
office at (970) 247-3303 for more
details.
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