{"id":12616,"date":"2024-05-27T14:31:56","date_gmt":"2024-05-27T11:31:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stage.meditsiinigrupp.ee\/uncategorized\/diabetes-and-oral-health-oral-hygiene-affects-the-entire-body\/"},"modified":"2026-03-30T16:09:48","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T13:09:48","slug":"diabetes-and-oral-health-oral-hygiene-affects-the-entire-body","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.meditsiinigrupp.ee\/en\/uncategorized\/diabetes-and-oral-health-oral-hygiene-affects-the-entire-body\/","title":{"rendered":"Diabetes and oral health. Oral hygiene affects the entire body"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

According to the Estonian Diabetes Association, approximately 70 000 people in Estonia have been diagnosed with diabetes. It is estimated that a similar number may have undiagnosed diabetes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Research shows that patients with type 2 diabetes are at higher risk of developing gum disease and the progression of the disease is often more severe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Severe periodontitis affects about 11% of the population. Unlike gingivitis, periodontitis results in the loss of the tissues supporting the teeth, which may not be fully recoverable. Periodontitis is an inflammatory disease triggered by the invasion of pathogenic bacteria in dental plaque. These bacteria activate the immune system, which in attempting to destroy the pathogens, can inadvertently attack the body\u2019s own tissues\u2014leading to the destruction of bone and periodontal ligaments around the teeth. As the disease progresses, teeth may become loose, chewing function is impaired and tooth loss can occur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Early signs of gum disease<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Detect gum problems early by monitoring your oral health. Signs may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n