{"id":41,"date":"2017-03-15T04:51:34","date_gmt":"2017-03-15T04:51:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.hendricksendentistry.com\/blog\/?p=41"},"modified":"2017-03-31T04:52:57","modified_gmt":"2017-03-31T04:52:57","slug":"how-diabetes-affects-your-smile-info-from-your-dentist-in-goode-html","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/how-diabetes-affects-your-smile-info-from-your-dentist-in-goode-html\/","title":{"rendered":"Sweet Enough \u2013 Your Family Dentist in Goode Explains How Diabetes Affects Your Smile"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-42\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/iStock-511053722-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Curious about the link between diabetes and your overall health? Learn more from your dentist in Goode, Hendricksen Cosmetic &amp; Family Dentistry. \" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/iStock-511053722-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/iStock-511053722-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/iStock-511053722-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/iStock-511053722.jpg 1254w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>You remember that song from school, right? The one that goes \u201cYour shin bone\u2019s connected to your knee bone, your knee bone\u2019s connected to your thigh bone,\u201d and so on? Well, even kids know from that song that everything in the body is connected \u2013 and that includes your smile. In this post, the team at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/\">Hendricksen Cosmetic &amp; Family Dentistry,<\/a> your premier dentist in Goode, explains how diabetes impacts your smile, and how keeping your blood sugar levels under control can help maintain a healthier dental status.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><!--more-->How Does Diabetes Impact My Smile?<\/h2>\n<p>Dr. Ron Hendricksen understands the link between diabetes and oral health. He explains the following connections:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Research shows an increased prevalence of gum disease among those with diabetes.<\/li>\n<li>Oral infections are harder to treat in patients with diabetes, due to compromised healing ability.<\/li>\n<li>Oral thrush, a painful fungal infection in the mouth, often affects patients with diabetes.<\/li>\n<li>Dry mouth is a common symptom of diabetes that can leave your teeth more susceptible to cavities and tooth decay.<\/li>\n<li>Tooth loss is more prevalent in patients with diabetes, due to the increased rates of periodontitis (advanced gum disease).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How Can I Protect My Smile If I Have Diabetes?<\/h2>\n<p>We recommend the following dental health strategies for patients with diabetes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><u>2x2x2<\/u> \u2013 Brush gently for two minutes, twice a day \u2013 and floss while you\u2019re at it. Be sure to see your dentist at least twice a year for professional exams and cleanings, since an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure when it comes to your smile.<\/li>\n<li><u>Eat Healthy<\/u> \u2013 Limit sugar to keep your blood glucose stable and prevent tooth decay. Cut out sodas and fruit juices and switch to water, and enjoy leafy greens and dairy products that are loaded with calcium \u2013 <a href=\"http:\/\/www.dailymail.co.uk\/health\/article-2336850\/Forget-gum-Eating-CHEESE-prevent-tooth-decay-neutralises-acid-mouth.html\">say cheese<\/a>, since this treat can help prevent cavities and has a low impact on your glycemic index.<\/li>\n<li><u>Don\u2019t Smoke<\/u> \u2013 Using tobacco in any of its forms not only increases your risk of oral cancer exponentially, it leads to gum disease, tooth loss, and bad breath. Do your entire body a favor and quit today.<\/li>\n<li><u>See Your Dentist <\/u>\u2013 If you have diabetes in Goode, you should be extra vigilant about preventive dental care like regular checkups and cleanings from Dr. Hendricksen. Be sure to see us at least twice a year, and let us know if you have diabetes, so we can treat you with extra special care during your appointment.<\/li>\n<li><u>Chew Gum <\/u>\u2013 Xylitol is a great natural sweetener that helps reduce enamel problems, and chewing gum with this ingredient can keep your mouth hydrated. And, increase your oral hydration with water to keep your mouth happy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Now that you know how diabetes can affect your smile, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">schedule your appointment<\/a> with Hendricksen Cosmetic &amp; Family Dentistry to keep your smile healthy and bright!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You remember that song from school, right? The one that goes \u201cYour shin bone\u2019s connected to your knee bone, your knee bone\u2019s connected to your thigh bone,\u201d and so on? Well, even kids know from that song that everything in the body is connected \u2013 and that includes your smile. 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