Oral Health

People who live with diabetes on a daily basis are usually instructed to eat right, maintain regular physical activity, and if necessary, take medication. What many may not know is that these medications that help control healthy insulin levels may lead to unexpected events at the dentist’s office. According to a study in the November/December 2007 issue of General Dentistry, the clinical, peer-reviewed journal of the Academy of General Dentistry, diabetic patients especially need to communicate special needs to their dentists. This is because of harmful interactions that could occur with materials and medications used at dental appointments.

4 comments - 26 Mar 2008 -

CHICAGO Two new studies in the Journal of Periodontology explore the possible link between periodontal bacteria and coronary artery disease as well as periodontal bacteria and preeclampsia. These studies found that periodontal bacteria, which are often invisible to the naked eye, may account for big effects on general health conditions.

0 comments - 29 Apr 2007 -

It’s already clear that people with type 2 diabetes are more susceptible to periodontal disease than people without diabetes.  Now researchers at the University of Copenhagen School of Dentistry have found that periodontal disease may contribute to pre-diabetes, at least in rats.

0 comments - 5 Apr 2007 -

We often take our teeth for granted, but the mouth is the first part of the digestive process. It’s amazing how what we put into it and what comes out of it can get us in so much trouble.

0 comments - 1 Dec 2006 -

I wish to raise awareness about and concern for dental problems that might be complicated by the new Exubera therapy and other therapies employing the dry powder inhaler (DPI) technology as a means of administering therapeutic medications.

0 comments - 1 Oct 2006 - Not Yet Rated

The sixth major complication of diabetes is periodontal disease.

0 comments - 1 Mar 2005 - Not Yet Rated

Type 1s who experience dry mouths may be displaying a symptom of diabetic neuropathy, according to researchers.

0 comments - 1 Sep 2001 -

An ingredient found in most toothpaste could be doing more harm than good, according to BioGlobe Tech Inc., manufacturer of a new line of oral-hygiene products.

0 comments - 1 Jun 2001 - Not Yet Rated

Diabetes poses a risk factor for tooth decay and gum disease. However, many people with diabetes are in the dark concerning this fact.

0 comments - 1 May 2001 - Not Yet Rated

Research has shown that individuals with type 2 diabetes are three times more likely to contract periodontal (gum) disease than individuals without diabetes.

0 comments - 1 Mar 1999 - Not Yet Rated