Abstract

THE PERIODONTAL DISEASE AND DIABETES MELLITUS

*Dr. Aniket Ratanrao Gid, Dr. Roshani Thakur and Dr. Swati P. Bhagat

ABSTRACT

Periodontitis and diabetes are complex chronic diseases, linked by an established bidirectional relationship. Risk for periodontitis is increased two to three times in people with diabetes compared to individuals without, and the level of glycaemic control is key in determining risk. In people who do not have diabetes, periodontitis is associated with higher glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c) and fasting blood glucose levels, and severe periodontitis is associated with increased risk of developing diabetes. This paper reviews current evidence linking periodontitis and diabetes, and considers the role of the dental team in the wider context of management of patients with diabetes and periodontitis.

Keywords: Periodontitis, Diabetes mellitus, glycaemic control.