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It is well documented that people who suffer from diabetes are more susceptible to developing infections than non-diabetes sufferers.\u00a0 It is not widely known that t periodontal disease is often considered the sixth complication of diabetes; particularly when the diabetes is not under proper control.<\/p>
Periodontal disease (often called periodontitis and gum disease) is a progressive condition that often leads to tooth loss if treatment is not promptly sought.\u00a0 Periodontal disease begins with a bacterial infection in the gingival tissue which surrounds the teeth.\u00a0 As the bacteria colonize, the gum pockets become deeper, the gums recede as tissue is destroyed and the periodontitis eventually attacks the underlying bone tissue.<\/p>
Diabetes is characterized by too much glucose (or sugar) in the blood. \u00a0Type II diabetics are unable to regulate insulin levels which means excess glucose stays in the blood.\u00a0 Type I diabetics do not produce any insulin at all.\u00a0 Diabetes is a serious condition which can lead to heart disease and stroke.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
Experts suggest the relationship between diabetes and periodontal disease can worsen both conditions if either condition is not properly controlled.<\/p>
Here are ways in which diabetes and periodontal disease are linked:<\/p>
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