Diabetes and Your Mouth Care

4 Signs You May Have a Problem

Diabetes puts you at risk for dental problems. It hurts your ability to fight bacteria in your mouth. Having high blood sugar encourages bacteria to grow and contributes to gum disease. You may have gum disease if you have:

1.    Gums that are red, sore, bleeding, or swollen, or that pull away from your teeth

2.      Loose teeth

3.      Chronic bad breath

4.      An irregular bite or dentures that don't fit well

Remedies

·         Control Diabetes to Keep Your Smile

·         See Your Dentist Regularly

·         Brush Daily, Brush Right

·         Use an anti-bacterial mouthwash every day

·         Avoid Tobacco