An adult with Diabetes Type 1 or 2 can lose some or all of their teeth from periodontal disease, without adequately controlled blood sugar. Diabetes may lower your ability to fight the germs that cause periodontal disease.
An adult with Diabetes Type 1 or 2 can lose some or all of their teeth from periodontal disease, without adequately controlled blood sugar. Diabetes may lower the ability to fight the germs that cause periodontal disease.
Periodontal disease or gum disease is a serious infection of the gums and supporting bone structures. Without diagnosis and treatment, periodontal disease leads to tooth loss. Tooth loss, in turn, may prevent nutritional goals set by one's physician.
With high or fluctuating blood glucose levels, the gums are at risk for developing severe periodontal disease. The following signs and symptoms may indicate periodontal disease:
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