- 102 Highfield Rd, Camberwell Vic 3124
- dentist.highfieldpark@gmail.com
- 03 9836 6624
- 04 9165 1092
Oral diabetes complications may not be top of mind when you think of diabetes
complications at large ,but is is an important part of diabetes health that one should
not overlook
Having less than optimal diabetes glucose level overtime triples your risk of
developing gum diseases .In addition,you may experience an increased risk of
developing dental cavities ,dry mouth and other oral infections .
And even if you don’t have diabetes ,having untreated gum diseases can cause
inflammation, which studies show increase your risk for diabetes and other systemic
problems .
When you have diabetes ,your body make less saliva which means less protection
against bacteria and acid .Diabetes also increase the amount of glucose in
saliva ,leading to more bacteria growth and plaque build up .
With gum disease infection that affects soft tissue and possible bone
destruction ,ongoing high blood glucose level contribute to gum disease getting
worse
Signs of gum disease include
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One of the best defence against gum disease is optimal diabetes management,and preventive dental care visit
Dental health profession such as dentist and hygienists can intervene and treat earlier to reduce gum and bone destruction ,preserve chewing function on your teeth ,once your teeth become too loose ,it will become painful to chew and very often teeth extraction is the only choice.
Costs for early intervention such as deep clean ,are much cheaper than in -depth treatments like gum or bone graft and implants – so Do Not wait . With detail treatment plan and discussion with dentist on highfield park ,your
questions will be answered and you can feel confident and comfortable in your dental care . Healthy dietary pattern and healthy lifestyle are the main preventative measures ,upholding excellent oral care helps to lower your risk too. Brushing ,flossing ,and use of interdental brush are great safeguards against gum disease and inflammation.
And work closely with your health profession to ensure good hygiene methods to
remove dental plaque Daily .
For individuals with visual difficulty and dexterity impairements ,please advice front desk staff so your dental health is aware of the problem and can think of solution.
Total body care ,including your mouth is essential when managing diabetes , Arm yourself with keeping your blood sugar in range and take care of your teeth daily ,attend preventative dental visits to minimise complications and potentially save money in the long run .
At Dentist on Highfield Park, we’re dedicated to providing quality dental and specialist care for the whole family.
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