How do I know if I have oral health problems related to diabetes?
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American Dental Association answered:If you're diabetic, you are at greater risk from some oral health problems. The best way to know if you have any problems is through regular visits to your dentist. Your dentist can track your oral health and spot any early warning signs or changes. Catching and treating any problems at an early stage will prevent further progression and possibly long-term lasting problems.If you're diabetic, you are at greater risk from some oral health problems. The best way to know if you have any problems is through regular visits to your dentist. Your dentist can track your oral health and spot any early warning signs or changes.... More -
Dr. De Vizio of Colgate answered:There are several signs that can alert you to the presence of oral health problems. Symptoms of gingivitis or periodontitis include gums that are reddish, swollen, or bleeding, teeth that are exposed because the gum has pulled away, pus between gums and teeth, loose teeth, malodorous breath, or variations in the fit of your dentures. Fungal infections can be recognized by the symptoms they produce, like red or white patches, dry mouth, the inability to taste, difficulty swallowing, or a burning sensation on your tongue.
There are several signs that can alert you to the presence of oral health problems. Symptoms of gingivitis or periodontitis include gums that are reddish, swollen, or bleeding, teeth that are exposed because the gum has pulled away, pus... More -
Carol Jahn answered:The best way to know if you have oral health problems related to your diabetes is to see your dentist and dental hygienist on a regular basis. People with diabetes are about 3 times more likely to have gum disease especially those who have a hard time controlling their diabetes. Gum problems have been shown to start about 10-15 years earlier in people with diabetes - they have even been documented in teens and young adults.
The best way to know if you have oral health problems related to your diabetes is to see your dentist and dental hygienist on a regular basis. People with diabetes are about 3 times more likely to have gum disease especially those who have a hard... More
