Getting older and having diabetes makes you more vulnerable to mouth problems. WebMD tells you how to reduce your risks for gum disease, cavities, and other oral health issues.

Floss your teeth regularly: Diabetes and dental experts recommend flossing at least once daily to remove excess food that may be stuck in teeth or gums. If this is left, it can develop into ...

Diabetes can affect your teeth and gums. But it doesn't have to if you control your blood sugar.Take good care of your teeth and gums by brushing at least twice a day, flossing daily as well as ...

People with diabetes face a higher risk of gum disease, tooth loss, and dry mouth, but regular dental care and blood sugar ...

Diabetes and periodontal disease have a bidirectional relationship. High blood sugar increases the risk of gum disease, while gum disease makes it difficult to control blood sugars.

Infected teeth, uncontrolled diabetes: A 13-hour wait for free surgery at Fort Worth clinic. Ciara McCarthy. Sat, November 4, 2023 at 8:35 PM UTC. 5 min read.

BUFFALO, N.Y. – If you’re a health care provider treating people with Type 2 diabetes (T2D), University at Buffalo researcher Mehmet A. Eskan has this suggestion for you: check your patients’ teeth.

Your teeth and gums have a wide-ranging impact on your health, from your risk of Alzheimer's, to diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Crowded, misaligned and riddled with cavities and inflamed ...

Diabetes can cause a dry mouth because of a lack of saliva. Saliva helps to control bacteria levels, and also balances and washes away acid around teeth and gums.

Volunteers provided free care without any restrictions. In Tarrant County, one in five residents under 65 does not have health insurance ...