Diabetes, Sugar Control and Gum Disease… How Do They Affect Our Lifestyles?

Is there a connection between diabetes and gum disease? The simplest answer is yes. However, nothing is ever so simple and it almost always pays to take a closer look at this potentially threatening link. By themselves, gum disease and diabetes are already problems. Having one can make the other worse, and there is truly no need to allow that to happen.

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Diabetic control is one reason for this connection. In many cases, gum disease can complicate diabetes and vice-versa.

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However, if you have diabetes but have strong control over your blood glucose levels, you are in significantly better shape. Studies show that you will be no more at risk for periodontal disease than someone who does not have diabetes.

Another diabetic complication is thicker blood vessels. This is another complication which can make you more at risk for getting periodontal disease. Basically, thicker blood vessels makes it more difficult for nutrients to flow in and harmful waste products to flow out. The result of this is the inability of the gum tissue surrounding your teeth to fight off infection.

Bacteria causes gum disease in the first place. Bacteria love sugar – especially glucose. Of course, if you have diabetes, you see the problem here. The bacteria which can cause gum disease will be attracted to the glucose in your body.

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Smoking increases the risk of getting gum disease when you have diabetes as well. A smoker who has diabetes is many times more likely to get gum disease than a smoker that does not have diabetes.

What might you do to break this link? Take your medication, in the case of thickening vessels. Maintain strong, solid control of your blood sugar. Do not smoke. Visit your dentist regularly. Of course, brush twice a day and floss.

Disclaimer: This article is for information purposes only and does not intend to diagnose, advise on or treat gum disease or any other health condition. If you have these problems or think you might, visit a dentist or periodontist immediately for advice, diagnosis and treatment. The USFDA has not evaluated statements about products in this article.

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