Background + Aims Diabetes is a well-established risk factor for periodontitis. Dental implants are a common treatment after tooth loss, but roughly 1 in 5 patients eventually develop peri-implantitis, which…
Read moreBackground + Aims Type 2 diabetes can worsen gum disease, and changes in gut bacteria may help explain this connection. This study investigated whether these changes weaken the gut’s protective…
Read morePeriodontitis is the 6th most prevalent condition globally
Periodontitis and diabetes are bidirectionally linked
Diabetic complications are increased if you have both diseases
Successful periodontal treatment can improve blood glucose control