{"id":936,"date":"2017-06-12T10:53:04","date_gmt":"2017-06-12T09:53:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.brightsidedental.co.uk\/blog\/?p=936"},"modified":"2024-04-23T09:52:17","modified_gmt":"2024-04-23T08:52:17","slug":"5-dental-health-tips-for-diabetics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.brightsidedental.co.uk\/blog\/5-dental-health-tips-for-diabetics\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Dental Health Tips for Diabetics"},"content":{"rendered":"

Diabetes is on the increase for various reasons and at Brightside Dental, we see many diabetic patients. Most people will have friends or family members who are diabetic. Diabetes Week aims to raise awareness about the life-long health condition suffered by 3.2 million people in the UK. The week, running from 11th \u2013 18th June, encourages diabetes sufferers to look after all aspects of their health.\u00a0https:\/\/www.diabetes.org.uk\/Get_involved\/Diabetes-Week\/<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

For diabetics, oral health problems\u00a0are even more common than for the average person. Diabetes can cause mouth infections, periodontal (gum) disease, dry mouth and a fungal infection called thrush. It is therefore essential to keep your oral hygiene tip-top.<\/p>\n

Ketan Shah\u00a0from Brightside Dental, recommends following these five dental health tips, to help diabetics keep their mouth healthy, breath fresh and their smile stunning<\/p>\n

1.Get a Good Toothbrush<\/strong><\/p>\n

Don’t underestimate the power of a good bristle. Ideal toothbrushes have soft, nylon bristles with rounded ends. Electric toothbrushes also work well. You should change your toothbrush about every 3 months\u00a0to avoid ineffective, bent bristles that don’t properly clean your teeth.
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\n2. Dump the Junk Foods<\/strong><\/p>\n

Diabetes sufferers will know that eating after an insulin injection is a good way to combat low blood sugar and keep energy levels up. Avoid junk foods, which although they may be quick to eat, can cause unnecessary weight gain and rot your teeth.\u00a0Trade in high-sugar and high-fat snacks for apples, nuts, and fruit smoothies.<\/strong><\/p>\n

3.\u00a0Stub Out Those Cigarettes<\/strong><\/p>\n

As if we need any more reasons to quit smoking! This dangerously bad habit increases the risk of serious diabetes complications<\/a>, including gum disease.<\/p>\n

By stubbing out the smokes, you will:<\/p>\n