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Gum disease and diabetes
November is Diabetes Awareness Month Severe periodontal (gum) disease often leads to tooth loss, but recent scientific research suggests a link to a variety of universal health conditions, including diabetes.The gum disease – diabetes connection is a two-way street. Periodontal disease makes it difficult for people with diabetes to control their blood sugar, thus increasing the need for insulin and risk for complications. Diabetes can also make people three to four times more likely to develop chronic periodontal infections. If you have diabetes, be sure to tell your dentist. People who have both diabetes and periodontal disease should be treated to eliminate the periodontal infection. Help keep your gums and body healthy by practicing good oral hygiene habits. This includes daily brushing and flossing and regular visits to the dentist for examinations and X-rays. MORE>>
Saluting military dentists In recognition of Veteran’s Day, the Wisconsin Dental Association salutes its nearly 500 member dentists who have used their skills and talents to serve their country and support their profession through military service. One of those veterans is Dr. Zachary Graf, now a general dentist in Green Bay, Wis., who enlisted in the Navy after dental school. Besides the tangible benefits he gained from serving in the military (i.e., consistently working with patients to hone his dental skills, having dental school and books paid for), it gave him a sense of pride. “You can’t put a price tag on the personal pride you feel from serving your country,” Dr. Graf said. Oral health is integrally linked to overall health; it is necessary to ensure the oral health of our country’s servicemen and women to maintain overall troop readiness. Yet, keeping the U.S. military branches fully staffed remains an ongoing challenge. MORE>> |
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