While most focus on blood sugar levels, diet, and exercise, those aren’t the only issues for people with diabetes. Dental health also warrants attention.
At Arya Dental, our board-certified dentists, Saeed Mokhayeri, DDS and Hengameh Safarcherati, DDS, offer general and cosmetic dentistry to patients in and around Fullerton, California, and provide specialized care for those with diabetes.
Here are five compelling reasons for those with diabetes to maintain good oral health and keep our number handy.
The link between diabetes and dental health
You know diabetes affects overall health, but it may surprise you that it also impacts oral health.
For starters, high blood sugar levels increase the glucose in your saliva, and bacteria love sugar. As bacteria multiply, you get more plaque buildup, a precursor to gum disease.
Second, diabetes reduces saliva flow, leading to a dry mouth and an increased risk of cavities.
Third, inflammation and diabetes go hand in hand, and inflammation is the source of many dental issues.
Fourth, diabetes weakens your immune system, making it harder for your body to fight infections in your gums.
Finally, gum disease makes it harder to control blood sugar, creating a vicious cycle.
In short, dental problems make it tough to manage diabetes, while diabetes causes and exacerbates dental issues.
Call Arya Dental or book online to schedule a visit with one of our experienced specialists. We can expertly treat your dental needs while monitoring your diabetes.
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