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Tell your dentist you have diabetes and ask him to teach you how to keep your teeth and gums.
People with diabetes have gum disease more often than people without diabetes. Gum infections can make it harder to control the sugar level in blood. When a gum infection begins, it may take long time to heal. If the infection is severe, teeth can become loose and come falling out. Good control of blood sugar can help prevent gum problems.
Keep your own teeth is important to eat healthy. Natural teeth help you chew your food better and easier for dentures. Because infections can make the gums sore and uneven, which makes dentures do not fit. Be sure to tell your dentist if your dentures hurt you.
Become a dental checkup at least every 6 months.
Take good care of your teeth and gums. At least 2 times a day, brush your teeth with a soft bristle brush. Use dental floss daily to clean between the teeth. If your gums bleed when you brush your teeth or eating, or if the bad breath in your mouth, go to the dentist. Tell your dentist about any other changes you see, such as white patches in your mouth.