Did you know there is a link between Diabetes, oral infections and tooth decay?
People with diabetes are more at risk for mouth infections, especially (gum) disease. People with diabetes are 2 to 3 times more likely to have gum infections and are at greater risk of losing teeth.
Some medications used by diabetics can also dry the mouth increasing the risk of tooth decay.
If you have any of these symptoms, please call King Dental at (312) 313-9777 to schedule your exam and consultation or send us an email. We are here to help!
• Red, swollen gums that bleed easily.
• Gums that pull away from the teeth.
• Abscesses (pus between and around the teeth).
• Fungal infections (creamy or yellow spots on your gums that can bleed easily)
• Persistent bad breath; fruity, acetone odor
• Bad taste
• Burning sensation of the tongue or mouth
• Dry mouth
• Delayed healing in the mouth