Dental Tips for Diabetics – Desired Smiles 7 Tips for Diabetic Patients to Maintain a Healthy | Page 3

7 Tips for a Diabetes Patient to
Maintain a Healthy Mouth
 Make
a commitment to manage your diabetes: the foremost step is to
monitor the blood sugar level by following the instructions given by your
health consultant. A controlled blood sugar level has fewer chances of
developing gingivitis and other oral problems.
 Brush
your teeth at least twice a day. A soft- bristled brush and toothpaste
containing fluoride should be used for cleaning the teeth to avoid gum
irritation.
 Floss
your teeth at least once a day: Floss your teeth once a day to prevent
plaque build-up between your teeth and under gum line. You can even use a
floss holder to remove plaque from your teeth.