Diabetes can cause serious problems in the mouth. Know what to do to avoid them. If you have diabetes, make sure your oral health care.
People with diabetes are at risk for mouth infections, including gum disease (periodontal disease). This disease damages the gums and jaw bones (that hold the teeth in place) and can lead to painful chewing. Some people with serious gum disease lose their teeth. The gum disease could also be hard to control your blood sugar (glucose) in blood.
Other problems caused by diabetes is a condition known as dry mouth or dry mouth and a fungal infection called thrush. Dry mouth occurs when there is not enough saliva (the fluid that keeps your mouth wet). Furthermore, diabetes can increase the level of glucose in the saliva. The combination of these problems may lead to thrush, a small white ulcers that appear in the mouth and painful.
You can have healthy teeth and gums. To control the level of glucose in the blood and prevent gum disease, it is important to brush and floss every day and checkups. If diabetes is not under control, the possibility of having problems in your mouth. Take steps to maintain the health of your mouth. Call your dentist when you notice a problem.
