Diabetes & Gums Health

Your Gums could be raising your Blood Sugar. Most people with Diabetes focus on Food, Exercise, and Medicines. Very few think about their gums. But here's something many people don't know.

Hidden gum disease, called Periodontitis, can increase Insulin Resistance Which means your blood sugar can stay high even when you're trying your best to control it.

And it works both ways. When blood sugar stays high, more Glucose enters your saliva. That creates the perfect environment for Bacteria & Fungi to grow.

You may notice

• Frequent cavities
• Bleeding or swollen gums
• Bad breath
• Oral thrush (fungal infection)

Sometimes there are no obvious symptoms at all. That's why Gum Disease is often missed. If you have Diabetes, don't just get your teeth checked. Ask your dentist to carefully examine the area where your teeth and gums meet. 

Sometimes, improving your Oral Health can become an important part of improving your Metabolic Health. Your mouth may be telling you something your Blood Sugar report isn't.