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Monday, August 1, 2016

Oral Health and Diabetes

Diabetes and Your Oral Health

Did you know that one largely unknown consequence of diabetes is the detriment to your oral health? If you are one of the 30 million Americans who suffers from diabetes you may want to know this.

Research shows that there is an increased prevalence of gum disease (Periodontitis) among those with diabetes. This serious disease that affects the gum tissue and jaw bones is in addition to other complications associated with diabetes, such as heart disease, stroke and kidney disease.  Periodontal disease is a serious health concern that affects entire body health, potentially affecting blood glucose control and even contributing to the progression of diabetes.
Diabetes Oral Health Seville Ohio

Diabetes may lead to periodontal disease adnd tooth decay for many reasons, including:

- Diabetes decreases your body's ability to fight off infections and recover.
- Diabetes decreases the flow of your blood meaning not as much blood will circulate to your gums.
- Diabetes will cause an elevation of sugar within your mouth.

For these reasons it is important to brush and floss as recommended by Dr. Landry. It is also important to see Dr. Landry for routine oral wellness visits.  Additionally, you can read the Surgeon General's Report on Oral Health which reports on how good oral health will lead to improved overall health.

Call Landry Family Dentistry at 330-769-4470 and make an appointment today with Dr. Joseph Landry for a check-up to maintain ideal health.  Like us out on Facebook and follow us on Twitter more tips on proper oral health.

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