Periodontitis

How periodontal treatment may improve kidney function and diabetes control

| 22.22.2025

Background + Aims Periodontitis is associated with systemic inflammation and has been linked to chronic kidney disease (CKD) and diabetes mellitus (DM). Periodontal inflammation may contribute to impaired kidney function…

Can saliva testing help to detect gum disease in diabetes?

| 13.13.2025

Background + Aims Saliva contains bacteria and substances reflecting the body’s response to inflammation. Measuring these together could offer a convenient way to help identify periodontal disease. This study aimed…

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Periodontitis 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

Periodontitis 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

Our Team

Dr Varkha Rattu

Founder & Periodontology Co-Lead

Dr Amar Puttanna

Diabetes Co-Lead

Dr Rajeev Raghavan

Diabetes Co-Lead

Professor Mark Ide

Periodontology Co-Lead

Professor Luigi Nibali

Periodontology Co-Lead

Dr Dominika Antoniszczak

Education & Support Advisor

Dr Jasmine Loke

Clinical Content Advisor

Dr Mira Shah

Patient Resource Advisor