The association between dental caries, periodontal diseases, and tooth loss with diabetes mellitus among the elderly population

ConclusionsBased on the findings of this study, tooth loss was highly prevalent among the elderly Iranians regardless of their diabetes status. Also, periodontitis, tooth loss, and decayed teeth were significantly associated with increased odds of poor glycemic control among those with DM. Thus, it can be concluded that improving the oral health of the geriatric population may be a crucial part of improving the glycemic control among those with diabetes which has been frequently neglected.
Source: Journal of Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research