Association between Periodontal disease and Diabetes Mellitus

Association between Periodontal disease and Diabetes Mellitus

Association between Periodontal disease and Diabetes Mellitus

Periodontal diseases are widespread in Spain. Since the last century, it has become evident that there is a relationship between diabetes and periodontal disease, although this relationship has its share of contradictions.

The following article by Dr. Hector J Rodríguez Casanovas and Dr. Jorge Serrano Granger explore this issue, which continues to be highly topical.

First of all, epidemiological data are described for the different types of diabetes. Later, biological models which explain the interrelationship between the two diseases are put forth. Lastly, the most relevant scientific studies on the bidirectional impact that each of the diseases has on one another in regards to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment are mentioned.

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