Diabetes can lead to tooth loss if not performed regular monitoring of the mouth. This happens because people with diabetes have high levels of blood sugar, causing the bacteria commonly found in the mouth that are more conducive environment to reproduce in greater numbers. This is worse in smokers.
Diabetes is a disease that affects the whole health of the person suffering, but with controls and a balanced diet, can develop a normal life without consequences.
The symptoms of periodontitis, are:
* Gums red, sore and bleeding
* Gums separate from teeth and make them look longer.
* Loose teeth and very sensitive
* Halitosis (bad breath)
To prevent damage both teeth and gum, we must ensure the following tips:
* Visit the dentist twice a year at least and do not forget to inform you that suffer from diabetes
* Brush your teeth four times a day and always at least after every meal.
* Use to brush a very soft bristle brush to avoid hurting the gums.
* Floss your teeth every day.
* Keep your dentures (if it exists) or clean.
* No smoking
* Keep diabetes under control
The dentist will also look at your gums, clean up any existing scale formation and give you the advice you need to keep your teeth health.
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