Periodontal disease (periodontitis) leads to the loss of the bone that supports the teeth. As a result, if not treated, is the gradual loss. Recent research in Dental College at the University of Florida, USA, concluded that diabetics have a higher chance for periodontal disease than non-diabetics.
The University researchers found that controlled with treatment diabetics lose 2.2 times more bone than non-diabetics, while uncontrolled diabetics can lose over 11 times more bone than non-diabetics!
With uncontrolled diabetes the bone that supports the teeth can essentially be melt within a few months. In addition, the presence of periodontitis makes it hardest controlled diabetes. So, it is vital to combat both diseases in order to improve health.
The diagnosed diabetics know they should check with their blood sugar several times a day. This is accomplished with the monitors that use everyday at home, but should also become regular blood tests to have an overall picture of how well controlled diabetes. These measurements give an estimated average of blood glucose during a three-month period.
The researchers found that the control and treatment of periodontal disease and result in better control of diabetes.
A diabetic patient with periodontal disease should take the following steps:
– To exclude from the diet of sugary foods.
– To take medication to reduce blood sugar levels to the permissible limits.
– To check blood glucose several times during the day.
– To make a tooth deep cleaning at the dentist.
– Checking and periodontal maintenance every 3 months.
– To make excellent oral hygiene daily, brushing teeth and after every meal, and use mouthwash.
Diabetes can be controlled and so the patient can continue to have a high quality of life. Treatment of periodontal disease is a very crucial aspect of this effort that should not be ignored.
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