High blood sugar can weaken your defenses against infection, and gum inflammation in people with diabetes tends to be more pronounced and slower to heal. The reverse matters too: gum problems can get in the way of overall health control.
What to discuss with your dentist
- your diabetes diagnosis, medications, and how often you have high or low blood sugar episodes;
- bleeding, swelling, loose teeth, dry mouth;
- how often you need professional cleaning and gum monitoring;
- what habit plan is realistic at home.
The home basics
Fluoride toothpaste twice a day, interdental cleaning, not smoking, and regular checkups are especially important. Don't change your diabetes treatment plan because of dental symptoms without your doctor.
Sources: CDC Oral Health and Diabetes, CDC gum disease. AiOraly does not diagnose diabetes and does not adjust treatment.