Oral health and the older diabetic.
Older diabetics are at high risk for developing certain oral complications. Conversely, these oral health problems can complicate overall diabetic management, potentially undermining good blood-glucose control and impairing mastication of nutritionally appropriate foods. This article reviews the oral complications associated with diabetes. Additionally, special considerations in dental treatment of the older diabetic patient are discussed, including management of diabetic emergencies.
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Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Division of Geriatric Medicine, Saint Louis University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri 63106, USA.
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