Oral manifestations of diabetes.
Periodontal disease, a microvascular complication of diabetes mellitus, is a group of infections and lesions affecting the tissues that form the attachment apparatus of a tooth or teeth. An individual with uncontrolled diabetes will have an increased risk of infection and abnormal healing time that will compromise the health of the oral cavity. A collaborative team approach between the home care clinician and dental professionals results in accurate patient assessment and education that results in better overall health outcomes.
Stegeman
Cynthia A
CA
Dental Hygiene Program, University of Cincinnati Raymond Walters College, OH 45236, USA. cynthia.stegeman@uc.edu
D003920:Diabetes Mellitus / Q000451:nursing* / Q000503:physiopathology; D006801:Humans; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D010510:Periodontal Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000517:prevention & control; D014987:Xerostomia / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control