Diabetes, Periodontal Disease
The connection between the two diseases is called causal factors. For example: Blood Sugar – Periodontal disease in the body elevates blood sugar. It adds to the time the body must take to bring sugar levels to normal. This blood sugar connection increases the...
Diabetes, Periodontal Disease
There are a number of issues that can lead to periodontal disease. We’ve given you a taste of one; poor dental hygiene. Dental hygiene is not just brushing a couple of times per day. It includes regular checkups with your periodontist. Interesting. A...
Diabetes, Periodontal Disease
Naturally our mouths are filled with bacteria. Bacteria feed off of sugar. When you give in to your sweet tooth, you treat the bacteria in your mouth to a buffet. Acid is a by-product of feasting bacteria; thus, creating an acidic environment. Acidic environments are...
Periodontal Disease, Treatments
If you have heart disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, or loose or missing teeth, then it’s time to get to a periodontist as quickly as possible. There’s no time like the present to ensure periodontal disease isn’t making your condition worse. You may give the...
