Diabetes is associated with complications in multiple organs, including the oral cavity. As a group, people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes are at higher risk for oral diseases. According to a new thesis by dentist Anna Trullenque Eriksson from the University of Gothenburg, people with diabetes have an increased risk of periodontitis (gum disease) and tooth loss, and the risk of inflammation and bone loss at dental implants was also higher.
Source link
Diabetes tied to higher tooth and implant loss over 10 years
June 9, 2026
0 Comments
Explore More
Can the ‘good’ bacteria in your mouth act as probiotic cavity fighters?
Binding phenotype and localization of mutanoclumpins. (A) SEM images of planktonic Smu102, ΔmcgB, and chemically complemented planktonic ΔmcgB with 1, 2, and both, imaged at various magnifications for image clarity
Garlic shows promise as a mouthwash alternative to standard chemical compounds, say scientists
Garlic extract demonstrates antimicrobial efficacy comparable to other widely used antiseptics and disinfectants, such as chlorhexidine, according to University of Sharjah medical scientists. Source link
Teeth of babies of stressed mothers come out earlier, suggests study
Credit: CC0 Public Domain Children have 20 milk teeth, 10 in each jaw. This set of teeth is important for chewing and speaking, and helps to keep space open for