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Are diabetics prone to loss of teeth as compared to non-diabetics?

April 26, 2017diabetics loss non-diabetics prone teeth

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Are diabetics prone to loss of teeth as compared to non-diabetics?

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Uncontrolled diabetes results in gingivitis as well as periodontal diseases and this infection could spread to the underlying bone anchoring the teeth. Further these infections take a longer time to cure in diabetics. However it is possible to prevent or reduce the occurrence of tooth loss by practicing good dental care and oral hygiene habits viz. brushing after every meal with a toothpaste containing fluoride, daily flossing and also keeping the blood glucose levels under control.