Diabetes
Long term research have shown a significant link between diabetes and oral health.
When your blood sugar levels are poorly controlled, the oral cavity is more prone to develop infections such as, gingivitis, periodontitis, thrush (a fungal infection of the mouth) ultimately leading to tooth loss.
Diabetic patients should follow your physician’s instructions on blood sugar levels control, regular dental check-ups and practice good oral hygiene with twice-a-day brushing, flossing and using anti-cavity dental rinse.
Dry Mouth
Dry mouth
is the condition that occurs when you don’t have sufficient saliva to
keep your mouth wet. The symptoms include mouth sores, dry feeling in
your mouth, tongue and throat, cracked lips, trouble chewing,
swallowing, tasting or speaking. There are several reasons why salivary
glands might not work properly, like side effects of medications,
disease (like diabetes), undergoing radiation therapy, chemotherapy and nerve damages.
Dry
mouth may cause you difficulties in tasting, chewing, swallowing, and
speaking. Also, it can increase your chance to developing dental decay, gum disease and bad mouth. You should consider to consulting your dentist for treatment.
What is/are the treatment(s) for dry mouth?
1) Prescribe medicine that will help make the salivary glands function more efficiently.
2) Use artificial saliva
3) Professional Fluoride treatment
4) Instructions and nutritional counseling by oral hygienist.
It
is not intended as medical advice to any specific person. If you have
any need for personal advice or have any questions regarding your
health, please consult your Dentist for diagnosis and treatment.
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