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Dental Care and Diabetes
1.
What is your first and last name.
2.
Why are people with diabetes at a higher risk for gum disease?
They brush their teeth less often
High blood sugar weakens the body’s ability to fight infection
They produce too much saliva
Their teeth are naturally weaker
3.
How can gum disease affect diabetes management?
It lowers blood sugar
It has no effect
It can raise blood sugar, making diabetes harder to control
It improves insulin sensitivity
4.
What is one common oral health issue associated with diabetes?
Excess saliva
Dry mouth
Stronger teeth
Faster healing after dental procedures