Individuals suffering from diabetes, especially uncontrolled diabetics, have a higher risk of developing bacterial infections of the mouth. These infections may impair your ability to process insulin, resulting in greater difficulty with controlling your diabetes.
Periodontal diseases are more severe than those of a non-diabetic making more treatment more difficult. However, well-controlled diabetics have a lower incidence of cavities.
Steps to prevent periodontal disease include daily brushing and flossing to remove plaque from your teeth and gums, regular dental visits for professional cleaning and regular periodontal evaluation. Your health professional must also be told of your history and the current status of your condition. And finally, you can help resist periodontal infection by maintaining control of your blood sugar levels.
For Existing Sunshine Dental Patients - In the Event of a Dental Emergency Call: (315) 681-0100*
*We will try our best to return all calls, but we are not “on-call”. This number is intended to be a resource, and not a substitute for emergency care. If it is a true emergency, please contact your nearest emergency room.
315-779-8080 Fax: 315-779-8085 • 140 Eastern Blvd., Watertown, NY 13601 •
email: sunshinedental@nnymail.com