Why Should Diabetics Be More Concerned of Their Oral Health?
By: kyjean | Friday, November 29th, 2013 | Gum Disease, Springfield Dental Practice
Friday, November 29th, 2013
Diabetes is more than just elevated glucose (sugar) levels in the blood. By and large, diabetics and those who are in the pre-diabetic phases may suffer from complications involving the kidneys, heart and other vital organs. Your oral health is no exception. Here at our Springfield dental practice, we have seen a lot of patients who suffer from oral health conditions due to difficulties with their blood sugar levels.
Apart from lowering your resistance to infection and slowing down the healing process, the following oral health conditions has been associated with persistently elevated sugar levels in the blood:
- tooth decay
- gum disease characterized by swollen, tender gums and/or gums that have pulled away from your teeth
- impaired taste
- persistent infection
- salivary gland dysfunction
- persistent bad breath
If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, we encouraged you to get in touch with us. We also suggest that you have your blood sugar levels in control first and inform us about the medications you’re taking.
For a free no-obligation consultation, call us at (703) 750-9404 or fill out this contact form. We look forward to helping you achieve a naturally beautiful smile!
