How does periodontitis form with diabetes?
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American Dental Association answered:If you diabetes, you may be at greater risk for some oral health problems, including gum disease and its most severe form called periodontitis.
Chronic periodontitis can lead to the loss of tissue and bone that support the teeth and it may become more severe over time. If it does, your teeth will feel loose and start moving around in your mouth. This is the most common form of periodontitis in adults but can occur at any age. It usually gets worse slowly, but there can be periods of rapid progression.
Here are some warning signs that can signal a problem:- gums that bleed easily
- red, swollen, tender gums
- gums that have pulled away from the teeth
- persistent bad breath or bad taste
- permanent teeth that are loose or separating
- any change in the way your teeth fit together when you bite
- any change in the fit of partial dentures
It is important to maintain a good oral health regimen and see your dentist regularly to help prevent oral health problems if you have diabetes.
If you diabetes, you may be at greater risk for some oral health problems, including gum disease and its most severe form called periodontitis. Chronic periodontitis can lead to the loss of tissue and bone that support the teeth and it may become... More -
Dr. De Vizio of Colgate answered:Periodontitis is the most severe stage of gum disease. If you have periodontitis, your gums will be inflamed and tender to touch. You may notice bad breath or a bad taste in your mouth. When you brush your teeth even gently, your gums may bleed. You may have pockets filled with pus between your gum and teeth. Usually, the only way to save the teeth is for your dentist/hygienist to remove all the deposits of plaque and tartar and show you how to clean your teeth effectively. If you ignore the gums at this point, the periodontal infection will destroy the bones that hold your teeth, resulting in tooth loss.
Periodontitis is the most severe stage of gum disease. If you have periodontitis, your gums will be inflamed and tender to touch. You may notice bad breath or a bad taste in your mouth. When you brush your teeth even gently, your gums may... More -
Dr. Cheryl Townsend answered:Patients who are uncontrolled diabetics are more susceptible to periodontal disease. This is probably because diabetics are more susceptible to infection, especially if the diabetes is uncontrolled. Studies have shown that poorly controlled diabetics will more likely get periodontal disease than those who are well-controlled.
In addition, patients who have periodontal disease may find it more difficult to control their diabetes. Severe periodontal disease can increase blood sugar. This increases the risk for diabetic complications. It is, therefore, very important for patients with diabetes to have their periodontal disease treated.
Patients who are uncontrolled diabetics are more susceptible to periodontal disease. This is probably because diabetics are more susceptible to infection, especially if the diabetes is uncontrolled. Studies have shown that poorly controlled... More
