Diabetes can have a big impact on your mouth, teeth and gums.
If diabetes is not well managed, it can increase the risk of dental problems and make them harder to treat.
Looking after your oral health is an important part of managing diabetes and protecting your overall wellbeing.
How diabetes affects the mouth
High blood sugar levels can change how your body responds to infection and healing. In the mouth, this can lead to:
A higher risk of gum disease.
More frequent mouth infections.
Dry mouth.
Slower healing after dental treatment.
At the same time, poor oral health can make it harder to control blood sugar levels. This means diabetes and oral health affect each other.
Gum disease and diabetes
People with diabetes are more likely to develop gum disease.
Gum disease happens when plaque builds up along the gumline and causes inflammation. If it is not treated, it can damage the gums and the bone that holds teeth in place.
If you have diabetes:
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