Diabetes,
Swellness of the gums
and gum problems

patience with gum hurt

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Gum care is Healthcare

Diabetes can change a lot of things - including the gums: blood circulation is reduced and the defense mechanisms are weakened. When gum inflammation develops, this inflammation can spread throughout the body and affect different organs. A suitable oral care system - toothpaste, toothbrush and mouthwash - is the be-all and end-all. The risk of periodontitis increases threefold in people with diabetes. In addition, an illness in the oral cavity can also have a negative effect on the control of blood sugar levels. Undetected or untreated periodontitis can negatively affect the severity and controllability of diabetes. In addition to good blood sugar control, good oral health is particularly important for people with diabetes.

Gum problems recognize in time!

Inflammation of the gums (gingivitis) is usually caused by plaque bacteria. One symptom of this is bleeding gums. If the cause is not treated and the plaque bacteria are not thoroughly removed, chronic gum inflammation can occur. If left untreated, the inflammation can progress, destroy the jawbone and lead to tooth loss.

Watch out for these signs:

Healthy gums

  • Pale pink
  • Fits closely to the tooth
  • No Gum problems

Gum problems

  • Redness
  • swelling
  • Discomfort when brushing your teeth

Advanced Gum problems

  • Discomfort when brushing your teeth
  • Receding gums
  • Loosening of the teeth to the point of tooth loss