The Diabetes and Dental Health Connection

Published by Oasis Dental in Cosmetic Dentistry · Saturday 04 Nov 2017 · 3:00
Tags: Diabetes, Dental, Health

Diabetes is rapidly becoming a healthcare epidemic in the United States with well over 30 million people affected by the disease. Apart from other complications, diabetes can also cause serious dental issues if you are not careful. Hence, it not surprising to see that dental problems such as tooth decay and infected gums are common amongst people with diabetes. However, there is a lot that you can do to prevent this from happening.

Here is the deal:

If you are careful and follow simple precautions, you can prevent diabetes from ruining your pearly whites.

Let's see what can you do to protect that dazzling smile of yours!

1. Prevention is always better than cure

Diabetes weakens the immune system of your body. As a result, it is harder for the body to fight infection and plaque. When your body is already under such stress, make sure that you are doing everything to reduce that stress. The first thing is, of course, controlling your blood glucose levels. But that’s just the beginning. Here are some of the tips endorsed by the American Dental Association that you should follow every day.

- Make sure that you are brushing your teeth twice every day for at least three minutes each time

- Don’t forget to scrape your tongue as well

- Make sure that you are replacing your toothbrush often

- Make flossing your teeth a daily routine and avoid pressing the floss directly on your gums

Remember, if your dental hygiene is good, your risk of diabetes-related dental issues is significantly reduced.

2. Pay attention to gum disease

Gum diseases are also quite common amongst people with diabetes. Make sure that you understand the early signs and symptoms of gum disease so that you can take appropriate action as soon as they emerge. Schedule an appointment with a Dental clinic as soon as any of the following symptoms occur:

- If your gums bleed when you brush or floss

- If you have tender, swollen gums that hurt

- If you have a bad breath

- If one or more of your teeth are loose

- If you observe that the arrangement of your teeth has changed

Here at Oasis Dental, we can help you manage the early signs of gum infection and prevent it from causing any significant damage.

3. Partner up with a dentist

Controlling diabetes-related dental issues can be difficult. Most early stages of gum diseases are painless and can go unnoticed, which can lead to more significant issues. Make sure that you consult with a dentist to help you manage your dental problems that may arise from diabetes.

Schedule an appointment today at our dental clinic in Rancho Cucamonga, CA for a complete checkup. Dr. Pinky Penalosa will help you and guide you to prevent any diabetes-related dental issue. You can schedule an appointment today by calling our dental office at (909) 941-2288.

Remember, diabetes can wreak havoc on your dental health, but if you are careful and take proper precautions, there is no reason to worry!